Cedars-Sinai·Los Angeles, California
Perform high-quality echocardiographic imaging and diagnostic studies while ensuring compliance with IAC standards and department policies. Provide leadership by reviewing image quality, coaching staff sonographers, and managing equipment maintenance.
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Principal Responsibilities: Reviews images for quality assurance.
Retrieves studies from PACS for review Assures CSMCF Sonographers are following safe practices Communicates performance expectations to CSMCF Sonographers Maintains Competency checklists and evaluate CSMCF Sonographer’s competency level annually Orients and coaches staff Sonographers and temp Sonographers on sonography equipment and systems as needed Assists with PACS quality assurance Assists Imaging Team with process improvement initiatives 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 Knowledgeable about advanced imaging improvements on ultrasound system features for purposes of capturing data Appropriately acquires echocardiographic measurements per protocol, create digital preliminary reports for the interpreting physician, and verbally communicate preliminary findings to the interpreting physician Ensures IAC Standards and Guidelines are followed Monitors the status on equipment repairs and preventative maintenance, gathers data on equipment malfunction and associated down time.
Assures compliance with department policies, procedures and regulations
Requires RDCS or RCS certification and BLS certification from the AHA or Red Cross. Five years of experience in a cardiovascular echo setting is preferred.
Market context
In California, physician openings are typically driven by ongoing demand across large health systems, outpatient groups, and specialty practices, with competition shaped by board eligibility, licensure, and specialty fit. For this role category, candidates are often compared on clinical experience, communication skills, and readiness to work within team-based care. The job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time. Review the CPT and BLS requirements carefully and confirm your experience aligns with the listed laboratory and acute-care expectations before applying.
