City of Hope

We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities.. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds and experiences to our work. The Echo Tech uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound), and other noninvasive echocardiography testing equipment to produce images of the heart.. Perform imaging and non-imaging cardiovascular evaluations which may include exercise tolerance tests, electrocardiograms, stress tests, and transesophageal echocardiography.. Register Cardiac Sonography (RCS) from Cardiovascular credentialing international (CCI)

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<p>About City of Hope</p>
<p>City of Hope's mission is to deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S. and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center at its core, City of Hope brings a uniquely integrated model to patients spanning cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and innovation initiatives. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. City of Hope's affiliated family of organizations includes Translational Genomics Research Institute and AccessHopeTM. For more information about City of Hope, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn.</p>
<p>City of Hope's commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion</p>
<p>We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds and experiences to our work -- and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding. We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas, backgrounds and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.</p>
<p>Position Summary</p>
<p>The Echo Tech uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound), and other noninvasive echocardiography testing equipment to produce images of the heart. These procedures require specialized knowledge and skills in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to specified patient population.</p>
<h3>Key Responsibilities include</h3>
<ul>
<li>Performs Echocardiogram, carotid and peripheral vascular studies, use non-invasive procedure, to examine heart valves, chambers, and blood vessels to produce images.</li>
<li>Evaluates the various valves and chambers of the heart and makes appropriate Measurements.</li>
<li>Perform imaging and non-imaging cardiovascular evaluations which may include exercise tolerance tests, electrocardiograms, stress tests, and transesophageal echocardiography.</li>
<li>Obtains patient history, explains procedure to patient, addresses patients' concerns, and follows established pre-screening.</li>
<li>Determines appropriate methodology and techniques to use: arrange immobilization and/or support devices for proper patient positioning: selects appropriate imaging device</li>
<li>Recognizes potentially serious conditions (e.g., pericardial effusion, intracardiac tumor, thrombi, etc) and brings it to the attention of the physician.</li>
<li>Maintains echocardiography and other equipment in efficient operating order; may</li>
<li>perform minor preventative maintenance; contacts outside service for major malfunctions.</li>
<li>Maintains inventory control, storage, and routing of supplies. Other duties in department as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p>Basic education, experience and skills required for consideration:</p>
<ul>
<li>Associated degree in Cardiovascular Ultrasound</li>
<li>Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training</li>
</ul>
<h3>Minimum Experience</h3>
<ul>
<li>2 years' experience performing M-mode and 2-dimensional echocardiograms, as well as Doppler studies</li>
</ul>
<p>Req. Certification/Licensure:</p>
<ul>
<li>American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), and/or</li>
<li>Register Cardiac Sonography (RCS) from Cardiovascular credentialing international (CCI)</li>
<li>BLS CPR Card from the American Heart Association</li>
</ul>
<h3>Additional Information</h3>
<ul>
<li>As a condition of employment, City of Hope requires staff to comply with all state and federal vaccination mandates.</li>
<li>Full Time</li>
<li>Multiple positions available</li>
<li>Day Shift</li>
<li>Minimum hourly rate: $35.10</li>
<li>Maximum hourly rate: $52.65</li>
<li>The estimated pay scale represents the typical [salary/hourly] range City of Hope reasonably expects to pay for this position, with offers determined based on several factors which may include, but not be limited to, the candidate's experience, expertise, skills, education, job scope, training, internal equity, geography/market, etc. This pay scale is subject to change from time to time.</li>
</ul>
<p>City of Hope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.</p>

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