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Cardiac Echo Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Cardiac Sonographer/ Echo Tech5/8s Monday-Friday DaysStart Date: 9/14 or 9/28Accepts 1st time traveler: Y; will consider with strong experienceYears Exp Req: Minimum one year of cardiac PEDS echo ...

Echo Tech / Cardiac Sonographer Location: Mission Viejo, CA Duration: 13 weeks Schedule: 07:30-16:00 (5x8-hour day shifts), variable start times (07:30 or 10:00), rotating weekends, on-call required ...

Echo Tech (FT-Days) 8Hr

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

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The Echo Tech (FT-Days) 8Hr position is a full-time role focused on operating and maintaining ... Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or equivalent. * Basic ...

Cardiology job in Hemet CA

Hemet, CA

$355K - $401K/yr

Within our 5500 square foot office complex, we are equipped to perform in-house cardiac ECHO, peripheral vascular ultrasound, 24 Hour-Holter monitoring, Treadmill CVST, Nuc SPECT scanning, ECP, and ...

Cardiology job in Hemet CA

Hemet, CA · On-site

$355K - $401K/yr

Within our 5500 square foot office complex, we are equipped to perform in-house cardiac ECHO, peripheral vascular ultrasound, 24 Hour-Holter monitoring, Treadmill CVST, Nuc SPECT scanning, ECP, and ...

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How much do cardiac echo jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for cardiac echo in Riverside, CA is $67.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59.18 and $76.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a cardiac echo technician?

A Cardiac Echo technician, also known as an echocardiographer or cardiac sonographer, is a healthcare professional who specializes in using ultrasound equipment to create images of the heart. These images, called echocardiograms, help doctors assess the structure and function of the heart. Cardiac Echo technicians play a crucial role in diagnosing heart conditions, monitoring heart health, and guiding treatment decisions. They work closely with cardiologists and other healthcare providers in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic laboratories.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cardiac echo technician?

To thrive as a Cardiac Echo Technician, you need a solid understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and ultrasound techniques, usually backed by an accredited sonography program and ARDMS or CCI certification. Familiarity with echocardiography machines, PACS systems, and Doppler imaging technology is essential. Strong attention to detail, patient communication, and the ability to work well under pressure are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure accurate cardiac assessments, effective collaboration with healthcare teams, and high-quality patient care.

What are some common challenges cardiac echo technicians face during patient assessments, and how can they be managed?

Cardiac Echo Technicians often encounter challenges such as obtaining quality images from patients with difficult body habitus, managing anxious or uncooperative patients, and working under time constraints in busy clinical environments. To overcome these challenges, technicians can use advanced imaging techniques, communicate clearly to reassure patients, and collaborate closely with cardiologists and nursing staff to prioritize urgent cases efficiently. Continuous professional development and learning from peers also help in refining technical skills and improving patient care.

What is the difference between Cardiac Echo vs Echocardiographer?

AspectCardiac Echo
Credential/CertificationTypically requires certification as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
Work EnvironmentPerformed in hospitals, clinics, or outpatient imaging centers, focusing on cardiac imaging
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, cardiology clinics, hospitals
Search & Comparison IntentPeople seeking information about performing or understanding cardiac ultrasound procedures

Cardiac Echo refers to the procedure itself—an ultrasound imaging test of the heart. An Echocardiographer is a trained professional who performs and interprets these tests. While the terms are related, Cardiac Echo describes the diagnostic test, whereas Echocardiographer is the role of the technician or sonographer conducting the test. Both are integral to cardiac imaging, with the Echocardiographer requiring specific certifications and skills to operate ultrasound equipment and analyze results.

What cities near Riverside, CA are hiring for Cardiac Echo jobs?

Cities near Riverside, CA with the most Cardiac Echo job openings:

Infographic showing various Cardiac Echo job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $141,324 per year, or $67.9 per hour.

Travel Echo Tech / Cardiac Sonographer

Prime Staffing

Orange, CA • On-site

Contractor

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel Cardiac Sonographer for a travel job in Orange, California.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Cardiac Sonographer
  • Discipline: Allied Health Professional
  • Start Date: 09/14/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

ID: 64154820 Shift: Day 5x8-Hour (08:00 - 16:30) Description: Cardiac Sonographer/ Echo Tech5/8s Monday-Friday DaysStart Date: 9/14 or 9/28Accepts 1st time traveler: Y; will consider with strong experienceYears Exp Req: Minimum one year of cardiac PEDS echo experience, and Minimum of 6 months of Pediatric Echocardiography experienceCerts: BLSARDMS RDCS PERDSC-Peds, RCS or RCCS.Daily Caseload: 4-5 per sessionReporting to the Clinic Manager, is part of the patient care team entrusted with the care of patients undergoing cardiac echo studies on an inpatient and outpatient basis.Education Minimum Required: Graduate of accredited echocardiography training program or equivalent experience in pediatric or adult echocardiography. Modified Time:9/14/2026 7:00:00 AM Account Manager: Amanda Cobb Account Manager Email: COVID-19 Vaccine: Required - Medical/Religious Exemptions Only Flu Vaccine: Unknown Submittals:High Job Requirements & Qualifications Previous Charge Experience : - Years of Experience : 1 Patient Ratio Experience : Charting System Experience : Preferred Charting System Name : Cerner Community Hospital Experience : - LTAC Experience : - Trauma Level I Experience : - Trauma Level II Experience : - Travel Experience Required : - Certifications : ARDMS RDCS PE, BLS, CCI RCCS, CCI RCS, RDCS, RDCS-Peds, RCS, or RCCSSkills : 2-D Echo*, 3-D Echo*, Adult Acute Care*, Adult Outpatient*, Aortic Arch Abnormalities/ Vascular Ring*, Bubble studies*, Coarctaction of the Aorta*, Color Doppler*, Continuous Wave Doppler*, Coronary Artery Anomalies*, Double Outlet Ventricle*, GE*, Hypoplastic Heart Syndrome:*, Imaging Contrast*, Isolation Precautions/PPE*, M-Mode*, Obtain 12 lead EKG/ECG*, PACS*, Pediatric Acute Care, Pediatric Outpatient, Philips*, Portable Studies*, Procedures on patients in ICU/ED settings*, Pulmonary Venous Return Anomalies*, Pulsed Wave Doppler*, Right Ventricular Inflow Tract (RVIT)*, Right Ventricular Outflow Tract (RVOT)*, Routine, Scanning Complex Anomalies, Scanning Post-Surgical Repairs*, Siemens*, Tetrology of Fallot*, Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE)*, Transposition of the Great Vessels*, Tricuspid and Pulmonary Atresia* Unit Details Staffing & Scheduling Scheduling Type : - Patient Ratios Days : - Patient Ratios Nights : - Patient Ratios Weekends : - Float Required : - Call Required : - Weekend Coverage : - Number of Weekend Shifts Per Contract : - Pre-Approved Time Off : - Orientation Hours : 0 Facility & Patient Care Details Patient Age Groups : Pediatrics Daily Census : - Number of Visits Per Day : - Number of Rooms : - Number of Beds : - Additional Unit Information Interdisciplinary Support : - Patient Diagnoses : Daily Caseload: 4-5 per session Special Procedures/Unit Details : Reporting to the Clinic Manager, is part of the patient care team entrusted with the care of patients undergoing cardiac echo studies on an inpatient and outpatient basis.Minimum one year of cardiac PEDS echo experience, and Minimum of 6 months of Pediatric Echocardiography experience. Highly Preferred, Three years of pediatric echocardiography experience in all modalities. Education Description: Education Minimum Required: Graduate of accredited echocardiography training program or equivalent experience in pediatric or adult echocardiography. Education Desired Preferred: Graduate of accredited echocardiography training program. Training Description: Training Minimum Required: RDCS, RCS, or RCCS. Licensure Minimum: Registered Cardiac Sonographer Licensure Preferred: Special Equipment : Transcribed 03.22.24 gm #Tier1 Travel Compliance Required to submit Required Submittal Notes Please include responses to the applicable questions below in the submittal notes. Submittals cannot move forward without the required answers: NICU IV Submittals Only Does the candidate have experience with vents 2 3 times per week? Does the candidate have experience floating to Pediatrics or PICU? If yes, how often? Is the RN aware of and agreeable to the float requirements listed in the job description? NICU SBU / Small Baby Unit Submittals Only Does the clinician have experience with vents 2 3 times per week? Does the clinician have experience with the ELBW population, including 22 24 weeks gestation? Does the clinician have experience floating to Pediatrics or PICU? If yes, how often? Is the RN aware of and agreeable to the float requirements listed in the job description? OR, CVOR, PACU, and Procedure Center Submittals Only Confirm the traveler has read and is agreeable to the call and weekend requirements listed in the job description. General Submittal Requirements: RTO: Maximum of 7 days of RTO. No RTO is permitted within the first week of the assignment. Licensure: RNs must have an active California license in hand at time of submission. Pending or temporary licenses are not accepted. Local Candidates: Local candidates are not accepted. Candidates who live within 50 miles of the facility are considered local. References: Two references are required. References must be supervisor-level or above, from the unit the candidate is being submitted for, and dated within 1 year of the start date or from the candidate s most recent employer. Return Staff: Former staff must be separated for at least 1 year before applying to travel positions. DNR / Rehire Eligibility: Rady Children s and Children s Hospital of Orange County have merged to form Rady Children s Health. Any clinician who is a DNR from Rady s will not be considered for CHOC. Rehire eligibility for a return CHOC traveler who was cancelled from Rady s must be reviewed by CHOC leadership. Start/Facility Instructions: Required after offer / before start Float Requirements Travelers are first to float. Refer to the specific job posting for exact float details. The traveler must be aware of and agreeable to the float requirements listed in the job description. Modules Up to 16 hours of modules may be required. Modules are completed during orientation and vary by specialty. Modules are billable when completed during orientation. Any time spent on modules outside of the orientation shift is non-billable. Module time is self-reported. Submittal Details: #Tier1 Travel ComplianceRequired to submitRequired Submittal NotesPlease include responses to the applicable questions below in the submittal notes. Submittals cannot move forward without the required answers:NICU IV Submittals OnlyDoes the candidate have experience with vents 2 3 times per week?Does the candidate have experience floating to Pediatrics or PICU?If yes, how often?Is the RN aware of and agreeable to the float requirements listed in the job description?NICU SBU / Small Baby Unit Submittals OnlyDoes the clinician have experience with vents 2 3 times per week?Does the clinician have experience with the ELBW population, including 22 24 weeks gestation?Does the clinician have experience floating to Pediatrics or PICU?If yes, how often?Is the RN aware of and agreeable to the float requirements listed in the job description?OR, CVOR, PACU, and Procedure Center Submittals OnlyConfirm the traveler has read and is agreeable to the call and weekend requirements listed in the job description.General Submittal Requirements:RTO: Maximum of 7 days of RTO. No RTO is permitted within the first week of the assignment.Licensure: RNs must have an active California license in hand at time of submission. Pending or temporary licenses are not accepted.Local Candidates: Local candidates are not accepted. Candidates who live within 50 miles of the facility are considered local.References: Two references are required. References must be supervisor-level or above, from the unit the candidate is being submitted for, and dated within 1 year of the start date or from the candidate s most recent employer.Return Staff: Former staff must be separated for at least 1 year before applying to travel positions.DNR / Rehire Eligibility: Rady Children s and Children s Hospital of Orange County have merged to form Rady Children s Health. Any clinician who is a DNR from Rady s will not be considered for CHOC. Rehire eligibility for a return CHOC traveler who was cancelled from Rady s must be reviewed by CHOC leadership.Start/Facility Instructions:Required after offer / before startFloat RequirementsTravelers are first to float.Refer to the specific job posting for exact float details.The traveler must be aware of and agreeable to the float requirements listed in the job description.ModulesUp to 16 hours of modules may be required.Modules are completed during orientation and vary by specialty.Modules are billable when completed during orientation.Any time spent on modules outside of the orientation shift is non-billable.Module time is self-reported. Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:91

Prime Staffing Job ID #37589566. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied / Tech:Echo Tech,08:00:00-16:00:00

About Prime Staffing

At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.

We offer a wide range of staffing services including temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire placements. Our extensive network of qualified candidates includes nurses, allied healthcare professionals, corporate support professionals and executives.