Cardiac Ultrasound Technician - CAC Multi Specialty - F/T Days

Updated: Apr 17, 2024
Location: Irvine
Job Type:
Department: CAC - Multispecialty

UC Title: ULTRASOUND TCHNO SR

Position Number: 41060315

Reports to: Ambulatory Care Admin Mgr 1

Working Title: Senior Ultrasound Technologist

Cost Center: CAC - Multispecialty (427621) 

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME

FLSA: Nonexempt

Date Created: 4/11/2024

Job Code: 008966

Hours: 40

Shift: Not Applicable

FTE: 1

Position Summary: 

Incumbent perform the full range of cardiac diagnostic ultrasound procedures and the more complex specialized procedures on adult and pediatric patients. This includes M-mode, 2 & 3 dimensional, color Doppler, pulsed Doppler, continuous wave Doppler, transesophageal echo, pharmacological and exercise stress echo, Holter monitors and ECGs. Recognizes and describes abnormal findings and tailors the procedure to provide a comprehensive exam. The cardiac sonographer makes the decision as to when an echo contrast agent &/or agitated saline injections according to the CVC policy. Will prepare and position patients, adjust equipment to best demonstrate area of interest, operate various stationary and portable equipment and imaging systems. Will rotate shifts and assignments as needed, including after hour on-call. The Sr. Ultrasound Technologist assists in the training of fellows and students as assigned. Also, this position will require traveling between all cardiology off-sites clinics where procedures are being performed.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our: 

Compensation practices (https://www.hr.uci.edu/partnership/totalrewards/compensation.php ) and 

Benefits (https://careersucirvine.ttcportals.com/pages/benefits ). 

Salary Range: 

Hourly Rate  Minimum   $48.82                  Midpoint              $56.63               Maximum $64.44

Required Qualifications: 

Ability to regularly travel locally to Ambulatory Practice off-site locations

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System

Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload

Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Must possess A.R.D.M.S. and/or CCI Certification

Must have two years experience in cardiac ultrasound

Must have two years experience in adult echocardiology

Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties

Licenses and Certifications:

Basic Life Support(Required)

Preferred Qualifications: 

Must have two years of college with emphasis in Allied Health Sciences, preferably Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Registered in pediatric echocardiography - RDCS

Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php  

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. 

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI’s Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [email protected] or at (949) 824-0500, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.