Cardio Sonographer - Los Angeles

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center•Beverly Hills, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Cedars-Sinai, an organization consistently recognized for excellence in healthcare. We are seeking a dedicated Cardio Sonographer to join our world-class Medical Group, known for the highest clinical standards and patient satisfaction. As part of Cedars-Sinai, you will contribute to providing excellent care through a network committed to seamless coordination and convenient access for patients. This is a dynamic opportunity to work at one of the best places to work in Southern California.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED Required
Graduation from a CAAHEP or other accredited diagnostic ultrasound program required or 5 years of diagnostic ultrasound experience
Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required (BLS expiration date must be valid 60 days from the start date)

Nice To Haves

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Preferred

Responsibilities

Uses appropriate techniques with ultrasound equipment to supply diagnostic studies based upon physician request
Performs a variety of technical procedures to support physician’s diagnosis
Responsible for providing high quality imaging
Appropriately acquire echocardiographic measurements per protocol, create digital preliminary reports for the interpreting physician, 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
Perform appropriate infection control processes
Provide an environment of care that supports patient safety
Addresses patient educational needs as pertains to requested studies
Prepare patients for the study
Supports IAC Standards and Guidelines
Assures accuracy data for clinical reports, demographics and billing information for physician reports
Support team approach and service focus work with colleagues in a "team approach" to encourage a positive and service-oriented image for the department.