Cardiac Sonographer
Palo Alto, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$3,633/weekOverview
- Start Date09/28/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Cardiac Sonographer
Location
Palo Alto, California
Schedule
- Days
- 40 hours per week
- 8 hours per day
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Required Qualifications
- Cardiac Sonographer (1 year of experience)
- Cardiac Sonographer experience within the last year
- One of the following credentials:
- RDCS or PE
- RCCS
- Successful completion of an accredited cardiac ultrasound program
Role Overview
- Performs diagnostic cardiac ultrasound studies for patients of all ages
- Assists with complex congenital cardiac studies and works toward competency in congenital anatomy and physiology
- Reviews exam indications and relevant medical information before the echocardiogram
- Uses ultrasound equipment to obtain diagnostic images and performs quantitative assessment of echocardiographic data
- Presents and reviews echocardiographic studies with a physician and obtains additional images as requested
- Documents observations and quantifications in the cardiology PACS for final review and interpretation
- Assists in gathering ultrasound and other medical data needed for diagnosis
- Maintains equipment functionality and works with leadership when technical issues arise
- Participates in outreach clinics, weekend and holiday coverage, on-call services, and quality improvement meetings
Employer
Host Healthcare
268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Tyler goes above and beyond. He made the travel process easy, is always incredibly responsive, and reaches out consistently to make sure things go smooth throughout the entirety of the contract and beyond. It is obvious he enjoys his work and genuinely cares about you as a traveler.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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About Palo Alto, CA
As a Travel Cardiac Sonographer in Palo Alto, CA here's what you should know:- Palo Alto has a cost of living that is significantly higher than the national average, with housing being the major contributor.
- Wages are generally higher to match the increased cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 80°F, while the average low in winter is around 40°F.
- Short term rentals can be found in Palo Alto, but they may be more expensive due to the overall higher cost of living in the area.
- Palo Alto is car-friendly, but traffic congestion can be an issue.
- Public transportation options include buses and a commuter rail system for easy access to nearby areas.
- Palo Alto is known for its diverse population, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include stress-related conditions due to the fast-paced lifestyle.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area due to the presence of renowned medical facilities.
- Palo Alto offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking in nearby nature reserves and parks.
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