Echo Tech

Bakersfield Memorial Hospital·Bakersfield, California

$49 - $61/hrOther On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 24 days ago

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Echo Tech · $49 - $61/hr

How this role compares

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+8% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Bakersfield, California ($45.39/hr, n=79)

95 similar openings in the Bakersfield area · median $46.48/hr

$13.00/hr · lowesthighest · $80.00/hr

this role: $48.95/hrmedian $45.39/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 79 posted allied health roles in Bakersfield, California rates. This role sits in the 59th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 8% above the Bakersfield, California median for allied health roles.

The Echo Tech performs diagnostic echocardiography procedures to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. Responsibilities include operating ultrasound equipment to capture high-quality cardiac images and ensuring patient comfort during studies.

Where You’ll Work Founded in 1956, Dignity Health - Memorial Hospital is a 385-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Bakersfield, California.

Serving nearly 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, maternity care, and orthopedics.

Additionally, Memorial Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.

It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and its Lauren Small Children’s Center is the first comprehensive pediatric program in Kern County.

One Community.

One Mission.

One California Job Summary and Responsibilities As an Echo Tech/Sonographer, you will perform diagnostic echocardiography procedures to assist in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions.Every day you will operate ultrasound equipment to capture high-quality cardiac images and data, ensuring patient comfort and performing a range of echocardiographic studies.To be successful, you will possess a strong understanding of cardiac anatomy, proficient technical skills, and effective communication abilities to provide exceptional diagnostic services.

Operation of Cardiac Ultra Sound EquipmentAble to perform a complete array of Diagnostic Ultra Sound Procedures as ordered by a Physician.Able to select proper probe to obtain excellent results for Cardiologist interpretation.Able to trouble shoot equipment in determining possible failure.Uses positioning and immobilization devices as appropriate in safe and effective manner Job Requirements Required High School Graduate General Studies and 1-3 years Technologist will have a minimum of 1 year experience performing 2-D, M-Mode, and Color Flow Doppler Echo's on adults., upon hire or Technologist will have graduated from aCardiac Echo ultrasound program., upon hire and Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, upon hire or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer, upon hire or Registered Cardiac Sonographer CCI, upon hire or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echo, upon hire or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Fetal Echo, upon hire or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Pediatric Echo, upon hire or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Fetal Echo, upon hire Preferred Experience and competence in performing Echos on Pediatric patients, upon hire

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience performing adult echocardiograms or graduation from a cardiac echo program. Professional certification such as RDCS, RCS, or RDMS is required upon hire.

high school
CPR
Echocardiography
Patient care
M-mode
Equipment troubleshooting
Basic life support
Cardiac anatomy
Color flow doppler
Diagnostic ultrasound
Cardiac imaging
2-D echo
Cardiac ultrasound equipment operation

Posting details

Employment type: Other
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $49 - $61/hr
Location: Bakersfield, California
Posted: Aug 19, 2026
Closes: Aug 19, 2027
Application: Employer website

California Echo Tech roles remain competitive

California Echo Tech openings often draw steady demand in hospitals and outpatient cardiology settings, especially for candidates with RDCS or RCS certification and prior cardiovascular imaging experience. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for an associate’s or bachelor’s degree, BLS certification, and the ability to meet certification timelines, while benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) can add to the appeal. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certification status and tailor your application to echo imaging experience.