Lead ACHD & Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer

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

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