Cardiac Sonographer III

Salary : $162,233.76 - $196,562.08 Annually
Location : San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA
Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Job Number: 26-S9G-B
Department: Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVHC)
Opening Date: 08/10/2026
Closing Date: 8/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 01


Description
Under general supervision, performs a variety of cardiac sonography procedures, ensures proper functioning of sonography equipment, assists physician in related procedures, and may lead staff.
Please note: All applicants are required to attach proof of valid licenses and/or certificates. Applicants that do not attach proof to their application will be rejected.
The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used for potential vacancies in the Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) enterprise. This may include full-time, part-time, and per diem/extra help opportunities. If you are interested in these opportunities, please fill out the appropriate questions.

Santa Clara Valley Healthcare (SCVH) is the second largest public health care system in California and includes four acute care hospitals, 14 clinics and 60+ specialty and sub-specialty services. Our mission is to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare and excellent service to everyone in Santa Clara County.

Because we serve patients throughout multiple hospitals and clinics, you may have to work at different sites. We will meet any obligations we may have when this occurs.

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center - SCVMC is a full-service tertiary acute care teaching hospital with 699 licensed beds providing a wide range of specialized services, including Rehabilitation, Burn, Trauma, and NICU. SCVMC was ranked by U.S. News and World Report as #6 Rehabilitation Hospital in the nation and #1 in the West and designated as a 2024 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care, Heart Failure, Stroke, Hip Fracture, and Pneumonia.

O'Connor Hospital - O'Connor Hospital (OCH) is a 358 licensed bed acute care facility offering a full range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and specialty programs to residents of Santa Clara County. It was founded in 1889 as one of the first hospitals in the county. OCH has grown significantly over the past five years in both its inpatient volume and its Emergency Department visits. Along with these volume increases other ancillary and clinical departments like imaging, lab, pharmacy, and respiratory have seen growth as well.

St. Louise Regional Hospital - Since 1989, St. Louise Regional Hospital (SLRH) has been caring for the residents in Santa Clara and San Benito Counties, offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical specialties. SLRH has 93 beds, is a Designated Primary Stroke Center, and is the only acute care hospital in the area. Located in Gilroy, SLRH maintains a CALSTAR 2 emergency helicopter base on the premises.


Regional Medical Center - Regional Medical Center (RMC) is a 258-bed hospital that is the main emergency healthcare provider for East San José, treating a wide range of critical and life-threatening conditions for more than 60 years. Since the SCVH integration of RMC effective 4/1/25, RMC has expanded the critical services including Level II trauma, Thrombectomy capable Stroke Center and STEMI care, and has been seeing an increased number of emergency visits and inpatient volume.


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Typical Tasks
The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

• May lead other staff engaged in a variety of work related to cardiac sonography processes;

• Interprets and explains new, current, or revised procedures to staff, clients, and other departments, as appropriate;

• Assists in preparing and adjusting staff schedules;

• Assigns, distributes, and adjusts workloads of team members;

• May be assigned special projects as defined by the department manager;

• Performs intra-cardiac echo in structural heart procedures, such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR);

• Maintains sterilization of area and all equipment according to sterility and radiation safety practices related to TAVR procedures;

• Performs Cardiac Sonography procedures in a dedicated Pediatrics program;

• Orients and assists in the training of student technologists, interns/residents, and Cardiac Sonographers in sonography procedures;

• Performs cardiac ultrasounds, including transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE), transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE), and bubble studies;

• Assists physician with the performance of transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) procedures;

• Performs contrast, dobutamine stress, and exercise stress echocardiography procedures;

• Consults with referring physician regarding patient's medical history to determine the type of ultrasonic procedure required and to correlate the clinical history with the test to be performed;

• Selects ultrasound and ancillary equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications/protocol of examination;

• Adjusts equipment controls according to protocol and physician's orders for the area of the heart to be examined;

• Explains examination process to the patient and instructs and assists patient throughout the procedure;

• Operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment, observes sound wave pattern produced, produces and processes diagnostic images, and presents completed sonograms to physician;

• Prepares, instructs, and positions patient for ultrasound procedures;

• Documents observations made during the procedure for final interpretation by the Cardiologist or other qualified medical professional;

• Performs calibrations to adjust and maintain ultrasonic and ancillary equipment;

• Labels permanent records of scans or identifies images, manipulates images, and sends images via the Picture Archive Communication System (PACS) network;

• Maintains records; tracks and bills each procedure and associated supplies;

• Cleans and stocks procedure rooms and ancillary areas and maintains proper inventory levels;

• Submits work orders and reports equipment issues to Manager in a timely fashion to assure proper working order of all echocardiology equipment;

• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), as required*;

• Performs other related duties, as required.

Employment Standards
Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks, plus the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities:

Training and Experience Note: The required knowledge and abilities are attained through graduation from an accredited Cardiac Sonography program.
and
Five (5) years of full-time experience performing cardiac sonography procedures.

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain one of the following certificates:
  • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
  • Any Echocardiography related certification issued by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).

• Ability to travel to alternate locations in the course of work. If driving, possession of a valid California driver's license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization.

• *As a condition of employment, pursuant to California Government Code Sections 3100-3109 and Local Ordinance, all County of Santa Clara employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (DSWs), including extra help. A DSW is required to complete all assigned DSW-related training, and in the event of an emergency, return to work as ordered.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and techniques of supervision and training;

• Current developments in cardiac sonography techniques, procedures, and equipment;

• Intra-cardiac echo in structural heart procedures, such as transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR);

• Cardiac Ultrasound diagnostic procedures and equipment/instrumentation in Pediatric or Adult Echocardiography;

• Cardiovascular principles, vascular physical principles, principles of ultrasound physics, and the propagation of ultrasound through tissues;

• Anatomy, physiology, and congenital/acquired pathology as they relate to the use and interpretation of ultrasound diagnostic procedures;

• Safety principles and procedures relating to ultrasound procedures and equipment;

• Quality assurance as it relates to ultrasound scanning/ultrasound equipment;

• Principles of electronic image processing and image development;

• Common computer systems and applications.

Ability to:

• Assign, guide, and review the day-to-day work of staff;

• Operate ultrasound emitters and ancillary equipment in the performance of ultrasound diagnostic procedures;

• Interpret physician instructions and patient medical and clinical records to determine type of ultrasonic procedure to be performed;

• Recognize significance of all structures displayed on the oscilloscope and recognize artifacts and electronic equipment limitations;

• Prepare, instruct, and position patient for ultrasound procedure;

• Provide safe and appropriate care to all patients, even in stressful situations;

• Perform calibrations to adjust and maintain ultrasonic and ancillary equipment;

• Use the PACS network to send images electronically;

• Accurately bill procedures and supplies in a timely manner;

• Troubleshoot, document, and communicate equipment problems;

• Obtain advanced Cardiac Sonographer certifications when qualified, if desired by the employee;

• Adhere to all relevant regulatory, County, hospital, and clinical policies and procedures;

• Follow written and oral instructions;

• Work efficiently and independently with minimal supervision;

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures;

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, at all levels, including colleagues, the public, and representatives of other agencies.

Physical Requirements

• Willingly be placed on-call, as needed.

The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more


The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.

In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.

Retirement Benefits
The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.

Health Flexible Spending Account
The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.

Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)
The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.

Life and AD&D
The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.

Employee Wellness
The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.

Education Reimbursement
A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.

NOTE : Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.

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Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. Include a detailed description of your work experience in the following format for EACH employer referenced, in each answer:
a) Name of employer
b) Job title(s)
c) Start/end dates of employment
d) Number of hours worked per week
e) Job duties performed A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. Vague, incomplete, or non-responsive answers could result in no or low scores in a Competitive Rating process. Do you understand this requirement?

• Yes
• No

02


What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School or GED equivalent
• College (1 to 29 semester units / 1 to 44 quarter units)
• College (30 to 59 semester units / 45 to 89 quarter units)
• College (60 to 89 semester units / 90 to 134 quarter units)
• College (90 to 119 semester units / 135 to 179 quarter units)
• College (120 or more semester units / 180 or more quarter units)
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree

03


Have you graduated from an Accredited Cardiac Sonography program?

• Yes
• No

04


Please list the name of the accredited Cardiac Sonography program you completed, the name of the entity, and if relevant, the type of degree/certification. If none, type N/A.
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How many years of experience do you possess performing cardiac sonography procedures?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight to less than nine years
• Nine to less than ten years
• Ten years or more

06


Describe your experience performing cardiac sonography procedures. In your response, include the name of employer(s), job title(s), dates of employment, number of hours worked per week, and job duties. If no experience, type N/A.
07


Do you possess a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or any Echocardiography-related certification issued by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)?

• Yes
• No

08


Please select the ARDMS/CCI certification(s) you possess:

• Adult Echocardiography (AE)
• Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS)
• Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT)
• Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (CRAT)
• Fetal Echocardiography (FE)
• Pediatric Echocardiography (PE)
• Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES)
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
• Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS)
• Registered Phlebology Sonographer (RPhS)
• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
• Other
• None

09


If you possess any certifications addressed in the previous question, please list the certification(s) you possess, your certification number(s), the area/s of specialty, and the expiration date(s). Please attach proof. If none, type N/A.
10


Please select all of the programs/procedures/systems that you have experience using:

• Cardiovascular
• EPIC/HealthLink
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) (EMR)
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Office 365 or Outlook Email
• Pathways Materials Management (PMM)
• Picture Archive Communication System (PACS)
• Other
• None

11


Describe your experience in each program/system that you selected in the previous question. In your response, include the name of employer(s), job title(s), dates of employment, number of hours worked per week, and job duties. If no experience, type N/A.
12


Please identify the hospital you are currently working at. If none, please select n/a.

• El Camino
• Fremont
• Good Samaritan
• Kaiser
• O'Connor
• San Francisco General
• Regional Medical Center
• St Louise
• Stanford
• VA Health Care System
• Washington
• Santa Clara Valley Medical Center Health System
• Other
• N/A

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How did you find out/hear about this job?

• In Person Job Fair
• Contacted by County Recruiter
• Email Newsletter
• Virtual Event
• Community Event
• Social Media: Facebook or Instagram
• County of Santa Clara Job Interests Email Notification
• Student Career Center
• Handshake
• Professional Association
• Contacted by an External Staffing Firm
• Hospital Website
• Search Engine (Google, Bing, online search, etc.)
• Governmentjobs.com
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Employee Referral: Friends, Families and Coworkers
• County of Santa Clara Career Website
• Other (Specify in the next question)

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If you selected an event/fair or other in the question above, please specify. If not, type N/A.
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