Echocardiographer Jobs in California
Echocardiographer jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in large hospital systems, academic medical centers, and cardiovascular specialty practices, with openings at every level from entry-level cardiac sonographer through senior staff and lead echocardiographer. The heaviest hiring activity runs through Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where established employers such as Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente, and UC San Diego Health maintain consistent demand. Stress echocardiography, transesophageal echo, and pediatric echocardiography are the sub-specialties driving the most specialized openings across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
We are seeking a Echocardiography Technician II! Our Echo Tech II uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound), and other noninvasive echocardiography testing equipment to produce images of the heart. These procedures require specialized knowledge and skills in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to specified patient population.
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Perform Echocardiogram, carotid and peripheral vascular studies, use non-invasive procedure, to examine heart valves, chambers, and blood vessels to produce images.
- Evaluate the various valves and chambers of the heart and makes appropriate measurements.
- Perform imaging and non-imaging cardiovascular evaluations which may include exercise tolerance tests, electrocardiograms, stress tests, and transesophageal echocardiography.
- Obtain patient history, explains procedure to patient, addresses patients’ concerns, and follows established pre-screening.
- Determine appropriate methodology and techniques to use: arrange immobilization and/or support devices for proper patient positioning; selects appropriate imaging device.
- Recognize potentially serious conditions (e.g., pericardial effusion, intracardiac tumor, thrombi, etc) and brings it to the attention of the physician.
- Maintain echocardiography and other equipment in efficient operating order; may perform minor preventative maintenance; contacts outside service for major malfunctions.
- Maintain inventory control, storage, and routing of supplies.
- Other duties in department as assigned.
Your qualifications should include:
- Associated degree in Cardiovascular Ultrasound
- Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training
- 2 years’ experience performing M-mode and 2-dimensional echocardiograms, as well as Doppler studies
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), and/or
- Register Cardiac Sonography (RCS) from Cardiovascular credentialing international (CCI)
- BLS CPR Card from the American Heart Association
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
Echocardiography Technician II
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
We are seeking a Echocardiography Technician II! Our Echo Tech II uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound), and other noninvasive echocardiography testing equipment to produce images of the heart. These procedures require specialized knowledge and skills in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to specified patient population.
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Perform Echocardiogram, carotid and peripheral vascular studies, use non-invasive procedure, to examine heart valves, chambers, and blood vessels to produce images.
- Evaluate the various valves and chambers of the heart and makes appropriate measurements.
- Perform imaging and non-imaging cardiovascular evaluations which may include exercise tolerance tests, electrocardiograms, stress tests, and transesophageal echocardiography.
- Obtain patient history, explains procedure to patient, addresses patients’ concerns, and follows established pre-screening.
- Determine appropriate methodology and techniques to use: arrange immobilization and/or support devices for proper patient positioning; selects appropriate imaging device.
- Recognize potentially serious conditions (e.g., pericardial effusion, intracardiac tumor, thrombi, etc) and brings it to the attention of the physician.
- Maintain echocardiography and other equipment in efficient operating order; may perform minor preventative maintenance; contacts outside service for major malfunctions.
- Maintain inventory control, storage, and routing of supplies.
- Other duties in department as assigned.
Your qualifications should include:
- Associated degree in Cardiovascular Ultrasound
- Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training
- 2 years’ experience performing M-mode and 2-dimensional echocardiograms, as well as Doppler studies
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), and/or
- Register Cardiac Sonography (RCS) from Cardiovascular credentialing international (CCI)
- BLS CPR Card from the American Heart Association
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, please CLICK HERE.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Echocardiographer Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- City of Hope2
- University of California, San Francisco2
- UCLA Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education3
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
- Science & Research2
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in echocardiographer jobs across California.
- ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential or equivalent CCI certification required
- Completion of an accredited cardiovascular technology or diagnostic medical sonography program
- Demonstrated proficiency performing transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms independently
- Experience with standard echo platforms such as Philips EPIQ, GE Vivid, or Siemens Sequoia
- Ability to perform and document stress echocardiography studies per protocol
- Strong communication skills for reporting findings to cardiologists and clinical care teams
Echocardiographer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a echocardiographer in California?
California does not issue a separate state license for echocardiographers, so the primary credential employers require is national certification through ARDMS (the Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer, or RDCS) or CCI (the Registered Cardiac Sonographer, or RCS). Most candidates complete an accredited two-year cardiovascular technology or diagnostic medical sonography program, earn their credential through exam, and then apply directly to hospital systems or cardiology practices.
How much do echocardiographers make in California?
Echocardiographers in California earn a median of about $128,530 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,890 for the lowest 10% to over $177,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire echocardiographers in California?
Employers hiring echocardiographers in California right now include City of Hope, University of California, San Francisco, and UCLA Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers account for a substantial share of postings, particularly those with dedicated cardiovascular imaging departments.
Which California cities have the most echocardiographer jobs?
Duarte, San Francisco, and Pasadena have the most echocardiographer openings in California, driven by the concentration of major hospital systems, academic medical centers, and cardiovascular specialty clinics that operate in those metropolitan areas. Positions in smaller cities often trace back to regional satellites and outpatient cardiology practices affiliated with the same large employers anchoring the top markets.
Are there remote echocardiographer jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. Echocardiography is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient contact to perform imaging studies, which limits fully remote work. About 0% of echocardiographer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions typically involve remote reading, quality review, or echo interpretation rather than hands-on scanning.
How can I get hired as a echocardiographer in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to cardiac sonography internships or new-graduate training programs offered by large California health systems such as Kaiser Permanente or Cedars-Sinai, which periodically bring on candidates straight from accredited programs. Lateral moves from cardiovascular technologist or cardiac monitor technician roles within the same employer are also a common stepping stone. Completing your ARDMS or CCI credential before applying gives you a meaningful edge even with limited clinical hours on your resume.
Where can I find and apply to echocardiographer jobs in California?
You can find and apply to echocardiographer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across hospital systems, cardiology practices, and outpatient imaging centers. Find roles that fit your credentials and location and apply directly from the listings below.
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