Echocardiogram Technician (Pediatric Sonographer) - Pacific Cardiovascular Associates

JOB SUMMARY:
Pacific Cardiovascular Associates Medical Group (PCA) is a large prestigious Orange County cardiology practice that has been providing cardiovascular care for over 30 years. We are seeking an experienced Echo Tech to join our team! The Echo Tech uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound), and other noninvasive echocardiography testing equipment, to produce images of the heart. Operates and adjusts equipment; attaches electrodes to chest and equipment; records cardiac data and measurements; protects and helps patients.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under limited supervision, performs complete and accurate treadmill stress testing and EKG studies under the supervision of cardiologists.
• Ability to set-up and run Treadmill and EKG per protocol for all stress modalities.
• Generate preliminary treadmill stress study reports in accordance to related clinical service protocols.
• Prepares for examinations by checking equipment and inventorying and restocking supplies; reviewing patient schedules; reading physician orders for specific examinations; setting-up recording equipment; entering patient information into system.
• Prepares patients by positioning patient; spreading gels; attaching electrodes to chest and equipment; adjusting equipment controls; verifying wave signals; explains procedures; answers questions; provides assistance to examination table or treadmill.
• Obtains quality images by positioning and repositioning transducer; monitoring display screen; listening to signals; adjusting equipment for beam strength and focus; detecting artifacts that mimic abnormalities; recording images.
• Records examination information by printing graphics and data; calculating measurements of heart wall, chamber size, and blood flow direction and velocity; comparing measurements to norms.
• May escalate issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.
• Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-4 years of related experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of cardiovascular and exercise physiology, required.
• Understanding of EKG recognition and monitoring for abnormal rhythms, required.
• Knowledge of Holter scanning, preferred.
• Current Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT) certification, required.
• Current BCLS certification, required.

Pay Range: $48.00 - $55.00

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply