Echo Sonographer II - Per Diem - 8-Hour Evening Shift

CEDARS-SINAI; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai is seeking a per diem Cardiac Sonographer Level II to perform Echocardiograms (TTE) with Color, Spectral Doppler and 2-D imaging across inpatient and procedural areas at the Los Angeles Medical Center. The role requires a minimum of 3 years of full-time sonography experience and ARDMS/CCI certification.

Education includes a high school diploma or GED and ARDMS-approved programs, with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Graduate of a 2-year diagnostic medical sonography program accredited by ARDMS required
• Current ARDMS/CCI certification required
• BLS from AHA or Red Cross required

Responsibilities

• Perform Echocardiogram (TTE) exams with Color, Spectral Doppler and 2-D imaging in inpatient and procedural areas
• Demonstrate proficiency with ultrasound equipment and related computer systems
• Collaborate with medical staff to provide accurate diagnostic information
• Possibly eligible for Echo Sonographer I if RDCS/RCS certification is pursued within 1 year from start date

Skills

Echocardiography

Color Doppler

Spectral Doppler

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year diagnostic medical sonography program (ARDMS accredited)

Job description

Job Description

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 per diem 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