Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer, AH Specialty Bakersfield, Day Shift, Full Time

Formerly known as Bakersfield Heart Hospital since 1999, Adventist Health Specialty Bakersfield is building upon a legacy of exceptional heart care and expanding our ability to better serve Kern County for decades to come. We are comprised of a 47-bed hospital with three operating rooms, four cardiac catheterization labs and offer a range of specialty services to the community. As one of America's fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California's great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks.

Job Summary:

Uses non-invasive ultrasound and cardiovascular technology equipment to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with heart and blood vessel conditions. Schedules appointments, explains procedures to patients and maintains ultrasound equipment.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• Diploma/certificate from a Diagnostic Medical Sonography college/school or equivalent: Required
• Cardiac/vascular ultrasound experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI-RCS) Certification or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS): Required in CA and HI
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required in CA and HI

Essential Functions:

• Prepares patients, explains procedures and ensures patient cooperation during examinations. Perform echocardiograms to evaluate different aspects of the heart, such as chamber size, valve function and blood flow. Reviews patient files for basic cardiac conditions in order to recognize and identify any abnormalities.
• Monitors vital signs, evaluates general patient condition for signs of impending complications and reports unusual, possibly harmful or dangerous observations to physicians and department managers, as appropriate.
• Informs patients and family members about the nature of examinations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 90 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.