ACHD & Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer Principal - 141202

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a senior-level Cardiac Sonographer Principal with ACHD and pediatric expertise to join the Electrocardiology department. This 100% appointment, full-time position involves 8-hour shifts across various worksites in the San Diego area, with opportunities to contribute to research, complex imaging, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

The incumbent will perform advanced echocardiography, including 3-D imaging and strain techniques, manage intraprocedural cases, and

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of an accredited Diagnostic Cardiac Medical Sonography program or equivalent years of experience.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or (RCS).
• ARDMS or CCI.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Four years of relevant experience OR equivalent combination of sonography education and experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic recordings, accurate measurements, and calculations of echocardiographic images and Doppler hemodynamic data at rest and with exercise or pharmacologic stress.
• Contributes to research, intraprocedural cases and sedation echocardiograms as assigned.
• Identifies patients requiring ultrasound enhancement agents, establishes peripheral IV access, and administers agents in accordance with established policies and clinical guidelines.
• May perform other non-invasive cardiovascular testing, including outpatient ECGs.
• Contributes to daily workflow responsibilities including triage, scheduling and collaboration between multidisciplinary teams.
• Participates in the education and training of cardiac sonographers, students, residents, and fellows, with an emphasis on ACHD and pediatric imaging, complex anatomy, and advanced imaging techniques.

Skills

RDCS or RCS

Verbal and written communication

Computer skills

Adult congenital and pediatric imaging

Education

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography program

RDCS or RCS certification

ARDMS or CCI

BART or BLS at time of hire with plan to obtain BART

Job description

Payroll Title

ULTRASOUND TCHNO PRN

Department

ELECTROCARDIOLOGY

Hiring Pay Scale

$72.23 - $89.84 / Hour

Worksite

Various

Appointment Type

Career

Appointment Percent

100%

Union

EX Contract

Total Openings

1

Work Schedule

8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Saturday

#141202 ACHD & Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer Principal

Filing Deadline: Fri 9/18/2026

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Incumbent must demonstrate a strong understanding of cardiac ultrasound principles and physics, with advanced knowledge of adult congenital heart disease (ACHD), pediatric congenital lesions, and complex postoperative repairs. Experience with advanced imaging techniques, including 3-D echocardiography and strain imaging is required. Performs diagnostic recordings, accurate measurements, and calculations of echocardiographic images and Doppler hemodynamic data at rest and with exercise or pharmacologic stress, with or without ultrasound enhancement agents. Applies advanced knowledge of congenital cardiac anatomy, physiology, and hemodynamics to evaluate ventricular function, valvular disease, intracardiac and extracardiac shunts, pressure gradients, and other congenital and acquired abnormalities. Contributes to research, intraprocedural cases and sedation echocardiograms as assigned. Identifies patients requiring ultrasound enhancement agents, establishes peripheral IV access, and administers agents in accordance with established policies and clinical guidelines. May perform other non-invasive cardiovascular testing, including outpatient ECGs. Contributes to daily workflow responsibilities including triage, scheduling and collaboration between multidisciplinary teams. Participates in the education and training of cardiac sonographers, students, residents, and fellows, with an emphasis on ACHD and pediatric congenital imaging, complex anatomy, and advanced imaging techniques. May participate in personnel selection, study review, and the training and mentoring of junior sonographers under the direction of department leadership. Works independently, exercises sound clinical judgment, and prioritizes tasks appropriately. Communicates effectively and collaborates with cardiologists, ACHD specialists, advanced practice providers, fellows, sonographers, and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Floats to other cardiovascular imaging laboratories and clinic locations as needed. May be required to work various shifts, including nights and weekends, and participate in after-hours and/or weekend call coverage.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of an accredited Diagnostic Cardiac Medical Sonography program or equivalent years of experience.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)or (RCS).
• ARDMS or CCI.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Four years of relevant experience OR equivalent combination of sonography education and experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Adult Congenital and Pediatric experience strongly preferred.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Capability to perform on-call including weekend when required.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $150,816 - $187,586 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%). Hourly Equivalent: $72.23 - $89.84. Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace