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Atria Health and Research Institute

Personalized preventive medicine practice and research

Cardiac Echo Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBeverly Hills, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • An active Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential through ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential through CCI is required.
  • Graduate from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Cardiovascular Technology program.
  • Have a minimum of 5 years of clinical cardiac experience.
  • Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification.
  • Maintain the required continuing medical education credits to keep credentials active and in good standing with accrediting bodies.
  • Have technical expertise in cardiac anatomy, hemodynamics, and pathology.
  • Manage department resources, staffing levels, and supply inventory.
  • Communicate effectively in detailed technical reporting and professional collaboration with the Chief of Cardiology.
  • Remain calm and precise during emergency Code Blue situations or in the ICU/OR environment.

Responsibilities

  • Perform high-quality 2D, 3D, and M-mode echocardiograms, including Stress Echo and Transesophageal (TEE) assistance, and ensure precise measurements of cardiac chambers, valves, and hemodynamics.
  • Execute and enforce specialized adult, pediatric, and stress cardiac ultrasound protocols as defined by the Medical Director, ensuring compliance with ICAEL (IAC) standards.
  • Conduct daily on-the-floor quality checks of echocardiograms and review images for technical accuracy and diagnostic clarity before submission to the Cardiologist for interpretation.
  • Lead data collection, case study selection, and documentation required for Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) renewals and site inspections.
  • Serve as the primary preceptor for staff echo technicians, provide real-time feedback on scanning techniques, conduct annual competency assessments, and lead difficult-case reviews.
  • Coordinate the daily cardiac schedule, prioritizing inpatient stat echocardiograms and outpatient appointments to optimize laboratory throughput and reduce patient wait times.
  • Manage the echo technologist team, including shift scheduling, timecard approval, and coordination of on-call rotations for weekends and holidays.
  • Monitor the performance of ultrasound systems and TEE probes, oversee high-level disinfection compliance, and coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs with vendors.
  • Act as the primary technical point of contact for Cardiologists and immediately communicate critical findings, such as pericardial tamponade and acute valve failure, to the reading physician.
  • Explain complex cardiac procedures to patients and families and provide age-appropriate care for pediatric through geriatric populations.
  • Use electronic medical records such as Epic or Athena, radiology information systems, and cardiology-specific picture archiving and communication systems such as Lumedx or Syngo for reporting and image archiving.

Desired Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a Charge, Lead, or Senior capacity is highly preferred.
  • Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is preferred.

About the Company

Atria Health and Research Institute

Personalized preventive medicine practice and research

Atria Health and Research Institute delivers personalized preventive medicine through a membership-based clinical practice, while its nonprofit think tank, the Atria Research and Global Health Institute, advances preventive medicine through original research and strategic partnerships. How it works: it combines longitudinal studies with evidence-based, individualized care to move from reactive sick care to proactive prevention; it asks, “What is biologically possible?” and translates leading science into medical practice for patients. How it differs: it integrates a clinical practice with a global research effort focused on closing gaps in care, emphasizing collaboration, real-world implementation, and broad access to prevention-based medicine, rather than just offering standard treatment. Goal: prevent disease and extend healthy life for all by turning cutting-edge science into practical, scalable medical care.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2022

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