Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer

Ranked among the top 10 pediatric hospitals in the nation, Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) provides exceptional care for kids in California.

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From primary to complex critical care, more than 350 programs and services are offered, each one specially designed for children.

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Join a hospital where the work you do will matter to you, your colleagues, and above all, to our patients and families.

The work will be challenging, but always rewarding.

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Overview Position Summary:

Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer provides direct patient care, including Congenital ECHO, Two-dimensional ECHO, Three-dimensional ECHO, M-mode, Doppler, and Color Flow Imaging, EKGs, Holter Monitoring, and Holter EKG Scanning.

Training other medical staff is also a key responsibility.

Knowledge of digital systems and the ability to prepare preliminary reports are essential.

Collaborates with other healthcare team members in the delivery of healthcare.

Consistently demonstrates commitment to a patient and family-focused model of care.

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic sonographer for this position, primarily based in the Torrance Children's Hospital Los Angeles South Bay Outreach clinic.

This clinic provides outpatient echos to pediatric patients with a range of congenital cardiac conditions, including complex to straightforward disease.

The sonographer will work closely with the cardiology team, including the physician, nurse, and medical assistant in the clinic.

A great 'team player' attitude is essential.

The clinic also provides fetal echos to pregnant patients.

Fetal echo experience is a plus, but not essential.

However, the sonographer must be willing to be trained in fetal echo and become certified as a fetal sonographer.

When the cardiology clinic is closed or at the discretion of the manager, the sonographer will provide echo imaging services to inpatients and outpatients at the Children's Hospital Los Angeles main hospital in Los Angeles with mileage compensation.

Training for fetal echocardiography will also occur at Children's Hospital Los Angeles main hospital.

The South Bay is a great place to live, with all the perks of living in Southern California.

The clinic is only 10 minutes from the beach.

Minimum Qualifications:

3+ years Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer experience required.

Pediatric cardiac sonographer certification required.

Fetal Echo experience preferred but not required.

Demonstrated organizational skills.

Must be able to work independently.

Education/Licensure/Certifications:

A.S Degree or equivalent in Cardiovascular Technology.

Current AHA CPR/BLS certification.

Current ARDMS Registry.

Pediatric cardiac sonographer certification required.

Pay Scale Information:

USD $80, USD $138,496.80

CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization.

Final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to education and experience within the job or the industry.

The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description.

Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements.

We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs.

CHLA looks forward to introducing you to our world-class organization where we create hope and build healthier futures.

Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health both here and across the globe.

As a premier Magnet teaching hospital, you'll find an environment that's alive with learning, rooted in care and compassion, and home to thought leadership and unwavering support.

CHLA is dedicated to creating hope and building healthier futures - for our patients, as well as for you and your career.

CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California since 1932.

At Children's Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters.

And so do each and every one of our valued team members.

CHLA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.

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