Echocardiography Technologist Jobs in California

An Echocardiography Technologist, often referred to as an Echo Tech, plays a vital role in the radiology field. Their primary duties involve operating ultrasound machines to examine the heart's anatomy and function. This detailed analysis assists in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular disorders. They prepare patients for the procedure, maintain the equipment, record the results, and consult with the physicians regarding the findings. The Echocardiography Technologist also explains the procedures to patients, ensuring they are comfortable and informed throughout their experience.

Essential skills for an Echocardiography Technologist include strong technical and analytical abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a high level of precision. They should have familiarity with medical software and proficiency in operating specialized medical equipment. A degree or certificate in Cardiovascular Technology is often required, and many employers prefer candidates with professional certification, such as the Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or the Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS). Prior roles that typically serve as stepping stones into this position include Cardiovascular Technologist, Sonographer, or Medical Assistant.

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Hospital Cardiac Sonographer RDCS

  • Moss Landing, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Moss Landing, CA
  • 10 hours ago

The Cardiac Sonographer will maintain procedural competence in cardiac imaging and may participate in quality improvement efforts....

Travel Echo Technologist

  • Fairfield, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairfield, CA
  • 5 days ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

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Echo Tech (Per Diem)

Echo Tech Summary of Job Responsibilities: Echo Techs must be able to perform high-quality echocardiograms, including 2D and Doppler ultrasound procedures, on patients of all ages....

Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist

  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 10 days ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Echocardiographer - Hospital

  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 5 hours ago

$2,772.00 - $3,080.00 Weekly *Rate is comprised of taxable hourly rate, specifically including if applicable, nontaxable (housing and M&IE) stipends converted to an hourly rate based on a 36-hour...

Travel Echo Technologist - $3,400 per week

  • Orange, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 6 hours ago

training program or equivalent experience in pediatric or adult echocardiography....

Travel Cardiac Sonographer - $2,215 per week

  • Fortuna, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Fortuna, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Anders Group is seeking a travel Cardiac Sonographer for a travel job in Fortuna, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Cardiac Sonographer Discipline: Allied Health Professional...

Travel Echo Technologist - $2,889 per week

  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Coast Medical Service is seeking a travel Echo Technologist for a travel job in Greenbrae, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Echo Technologist Discipline: Allied Health...

Travel Cardiac Sonographer - $2,642 per week

  • Lodi, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Lodi, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Summit Medical Staffing Allied is seeking a travel Cardiac Sonographer for a travel job in Lodi, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Cardiac Sonographer Discipline: Allied Health...

Cardiac Sonographer - $71-80 per hour

  • Stanford, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Stanford, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Explains examination process to the patient and instructs and assists patient throughout the procedure Operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment, observes sound wave pattern produced....

Cardiac Sonographer, Adult and Pediatric

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 16 hours ago

Responsible for commonly performed echocardiography procedures with consistent proficiency....

Travel Echo Technologist - $3,087 per week

  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Greenbrae, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Conducts multi-specialty diagnostic ultrasound examinations according to departmental procedures....

Travel Echo Technologist - $2,149 per week

  • Vacaville, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Vacaville, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Stability Healthcare is seeking a travel Echo Technologist for a travel job in Vacaville, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Echo Technologist Discipline: Allied Health...

Invasive Cardiovascular Technician

  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 1 day ago

Invasive Cardiovascular Technician at Intermountain Health summary: The Invasive Cardiovascular Technician performs critical technical support during cardiac catheterization procedures while...

Per-diem Cardiac Sonographer II

  • Modesto, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for all commonly performed echocardiography procedures in the department with a high level of competence....

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Echocardiography Technologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Echocardiography for the non Cardiologist
This is a course for beginners of echocardiography who want to learn to perform a basic echocardiogram: Assess chamber size and function, assess and grade valve regurgitation and stenosis, and...
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Salary for Echocardiography Technologist Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRadiology research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Echocardiography Technologists in California offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
38.8%
Bachelor's Degree
32.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.4%
Master's Degree
7.2%
High School or GED
6.8%
Doctorate Degree
2.5%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Echocardiography Technologists in California
1-2 years
38.5%
Less than 1 year
36.5%
2-4 years
18.3%
None
6.7%


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