University of California San Diego

ACHD & Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer Principal - 141202

Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Graduate from an accredited Diagnostic Cardiac Medical Sonography program or equivalent experience.
  • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or (RCS) certification required.
  • ARDMS or CCI certification preferred.
  • BART or BLS certification at hire with BART commitment within six months.
  • Four years of relevant experience or equivalent education and experience. Effectively communicates verbally and in writing.
  • Basic computer skills necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Perform accurate diagnostic recordings and measurements of echocardiographic images.
  • Apply advanced knowledge of congenital cardiac anatomy and physiology.
  • Contribute to research and intraprocedural echocardiograms as assigned.
  • Administer ultrasound enhancement agents as per clinical guidelines.
  • Educate and train sonographers, students, and fellows on ACHD and pediatric imaging techniques.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including cardiologists and other healthcare providers.
  • Float to various locations and engage in call coverage as required.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with advanced imaging techniques such as 3D echocardiography.
  • Support for ongoing education and training of medical professionals.
  • Work within a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive patient care.
  • Flexible work schedule with potential for varied shifts.
  • Strong emphasis on professional growth in congenital heart disease areas.
Full Job Description
Payroll Title:
ULTRASOUND TCHNO PRN Department:
ELECTROCARDIOLOGY Hiring Pay Scale
$72.23 - $89.84 / Hour Worksite:
Various Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
EX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Saturday

#141202 ACHD & Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer Principal
Filing Deadline: Fri 9/18/2026
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DESCRIPTION

Incumbent must demonstrate a strong understanding of cardiac ultrasound principles and physics, with advanced knowledge of adult congenital heart disease (ACHD), pediatric congenital lesions, and complex postoperative repairs. Experience with advanced imaging techniques, including 3-D echocardiography and strain imaging is required.

Performs diagnostic recordings, accurate measurements, and calculations of echocardiographic images and Doppler hemodynamic data at rest and with exercise or pharmacologic stress, with or without ultrasound enhancement agents. Applies advanced knowledge of congenital cardiac anatomy, physiology, and hemodynamics to evaluate ventricular function, valvular disease, intracardiac and extracardiac shunts, pressure gradients, and other congenital and acquired abnormalities. 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 congenital imaging, complex anatomy, and advanced imaging techniques. May participate in personnel selection, study review, and the training and mentoring of junior sonographers under the direction of department leadership.Works independently, exercises sound clinical judgment, and prioritizes tasks appropriately. Communicates effectively and collaborates with cardiologists, ACHD specialists, advanced practice providers, fellows, sonographers, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.Floats to other cardiovascular imaging laboratories and clinic locations as needed. May be required to work various shifts, including nights and weekends, and participate in after-hours and/or weekend call coverage.

MINIMUM 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Adult Congenital and Pediatric experience strongly preferred.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
  • Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
  • Capability to perform on-call including weekend when required.
  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment
Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $150,816 - $187,586 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $72.23 - $89.84

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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About University of California San Diego

The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) is a public research university in San Diego, California. Established in 1960 near the pre-existing Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego is the seventh-oldest of the 10 University of California campuses and offers over 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, enrolling approximately 38,325 students. UC San Diego is organized into six undergraduate residential colleges (Revelle, John Muir, Thurgood Marshall, Earl Warren, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Sixth College) and five academic divisions (Arts and Humanities, Biological Sciences, Jacobs School of Engineering, Physical Sciences, and Social Sciences). The university operates 19 organized research units (ORUs), including the Center for Energy Research, Qualcomm Institute (a branch of the California Institute for Telecommunications and Information Technology), and the San Diego Supercomputer Center.
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