Non-travel, no contract period opening
Hours: Monday-Friday only, no weekends and no on-call
Setting: Outpatient
Job Summary
At our client, the Cardiac Sonographer plays a vital role in the care team, reporting to the Director of Cardiac Imaging. This position includes preparing patients and diagnostic equipment for imaging procedures, performing full transthoracic echocardiography, fielding member questions, entering accurate data, assisting in interpretation, and maintaining medical records.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform echocardiographic exams using 2-D imaging, M-Mode, CW, PW, and Color Flow Doppler.
- Prepare preliminary reports for physician review.
- Utilize ultrasound enhancing agents and perform saline contrast studies as needed.
- Explain procedures clearly to members and address concerns.
- Accurately enter test data and patient information into clinical systems.
- Maintain and calibrate equipment, ensuring quality control.
- Consider age-specific needs of each member in all duties.
- Assist with transporting patients to and from exam rooms.
- Travel locally/regionally up to 50% with a portable echo machine.
Qualifications
- Current state licensure(s), including RDMS, medical imaging permit, and BLS certification.
- Credentialed as RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI).
- Fluency in Spanish or other community languages (as applicable).
Experience
- Minimum of 2 years as an Imaging Tech.
- Proficient with PC systems.
Skills
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Critical thinking and decision-making abilities.
- Detail-oriented and accurate with data entry.
- High emotional intelligence and ability to manage stress.
- Self-starter with creativity and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work with all levels of staff, members, families, and vendors.
- Excellent analytical and reasoning skills.
Additional Requirements
Travel locally/regionally up to 50% with a portable echo machine.
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
Required Employment / Compliance Language
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
