Cardio Sonographer I (Per Diem)

Job Description

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Cedars-Sinai was awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year which is an award that recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. We also have a great benefits package and competitive compensation which explains why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals! 

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.

A Little More About What You Will be Doing

The Cardiac Sonographer Level I, supports patient care by performing echocardiogram procedures as directed by the physician. Demonstrates proficiency with the use of ultrasound equipment and associated procedures. This position performs routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices of physicians and other health practitioners running efficiently. 

• Performs a range of technical procedures to support physician’s diagnosis 
• Appropriately acquire echocardiographic measurements per protocol, create digital preliminary reports and verbally communicate preliminary findings to the interpreting physician 
• Reviews physician order to verify appropriateness for order being performed 
• Retrieve studies from PACS for review 
• Assures accuracy data for clinical reports, demographics and billing information for physician reports

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Graduation from a CAAHEP or other accredited diagnostic ultrasound program required or 5 years of diagnostic ultrasound experience required

Experience

• 1 year of experience in the field preferred

Licenses/Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) preferred

Req ID : 10038
Working Title : Cardio Sonographer I (Per Diem) - Cardiology - Los Angeles
Department : Cardiology - Towers
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation
Job Category : Imaging
Job Specialty : Diagnostic Imaging
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $37.49 - $58.11