Sr. Echocardiographic Technician, Full Time, Variable Shift

Adventist Health • Ukiah, CA

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About The Position

Performs ultrasound technical duties to image heart muscle and function. Creates images of the heart, cardiac chambers, valves, and vessels to assess heart function and support diagnoses. Works closely with cardiologists by performing the technical aspects of examinations, evaluating findings, and reporting them. Provides efficient and effective clinical care using strong technical and organizational skills and critical thinking.

Requirements

• Currently certified, or eligible to be certified, with Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification from ARDMS or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
• ARDMS or CCI Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI-RCS) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy, or CPR certification from an approved vendor per Adventist Health policy.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; some certifications require a Bachelor’s degree.
• Three years of technical experience.
• Echocardiography (ECG) certification.

Responsibilities

• Set up ultrasound equipment, attach electrodes to the patient's chest and equipment, and document cardiac data and measurements.
• Prepare patients for imaging by positioning them, applying gel, attaching electrodes, verifying wave signals, and recording images.
• Interview patients and review medical records to adapt sonographic techniques.
• Prepare patients for sonographic imaging and provide instructions as part of patient care.
• Perform echocardiography on treadmill patients to assess heart function.
• Maintain equipment and inventories, restock supplies, review patient schedules, set up recording equipment, and enter patient information into appropriate systems.
• Keep job knowledge current by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed