Echo Sonographer II - 8-Hour Day Shift (Inpatient)

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai's Smidt Heart Institute seeks a Cardiac Sonographer Level II to perform Echocardiograms (TTE) with Color Doppler and 2-D imaging across inpatient, ED, and procedural areas.

The role requires ARDMS/CCI certification or eligibility, a 3-year full-time sonography track, and BLS; RDCS/RCS within a year is encouraged. On-site position in Los Angeles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a 2-year diagnostic medical sonography program accredited by ARDMS required.

Responsibilities

• Perform Echocardiogram (TTE) exams with Color, Spectral Doppler and 2-D imaging in inpatient, procedural areas, and ED.
• Demonstrate proficiency in ultrasound equipment and related computer systems.

Skills

Echocardiography

Color Doppler

2D imaging

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year diagnostic medical sonography program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

ARDMS/CCI certification

Job description

Job Description

Are you ready to bring your expert clinical skills to a world-class facility recognized as top ten in the country for cardiology? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient happiness? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you.

The Smidt Heart Institute is home to a distinguished team of experts who are setting the bar for cardiovascular care in the United States.

The Institute unites 16 centers and programs to diagnose and treat the full spectrum of heart and vascular conditions for all patients, from infants to those with advanced disease. Compassionate care is integrated with an agile research enterprise, giving patients access to pioneering treatments.

You can look forward to collaborating with our world-class faculty and physicians. We aim to provide deep knowledge across all specialties, including transplantation, stem cell therapy, congenital heart disease, women's heart health, valve disorders, arrhythmia and hypertension.

Summary of Essential Duties:

As a Cardiac Sonographer Level II, you will be responsible for performing Echocardiogram or TTE exams, with Color, Spectral Doppler and 2-D imaging in the inpatient setting throughout the Medical Center and procedural areas, recovery rooms and Emergency Department. We are seeking an experienced Sonographer who can demonstrate proficiency in the performance of all procedures and competency in the use of all related ultrasound equipment and computers.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Graduate of a 2-year diagnostic medical sonography program accredited by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current ARDMS/CCI certification required
• Applicants with no certification may be considered as an Echo Sonographer I if willing to obtain RDCS or RCS within one year from start date
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a full-time sonographer required
• Applicants with less than 3 years of experience may be considered as an Echo Sonographer I