Pediatric Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer II

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Environmental Sustainability Statement

Driven by the connection between children's health and a healthy environment, we commit to creating a healthcare model that incorporates environmental sustainability aligned with our mission to protect children's health and patient safety.

About the role

The Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer II (RDCS-II) is part of the patient care team and is entrusted with the care of patients undergoing cardiac sonographer studies on an inpatient and/or outpatient basis.

Pay

Minimum $45.72 | Midpoint $60.58 | Maximum $75.43

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Minimum one year of pediatric cardiac sonography experience.
• Preferred: Three years of pediatric cardiac sonography experience.

Education

• Graduate recognized program for echocardiography required

Specialized Skills

• Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards and respect
• Advance care through development of new ideas and technology
• Promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission
• Understand and exceed customer expectations
• Effectively solve complex patient care and organizational problems
• Role model positive and professional behavior
• Preferred: Bilingual

Licensure

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography (RDCS-PE) credentialing in Pediatric Echocardiography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonography (RCCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)

Work Environments

• Functional Demand: Light - Moderate energy level
• Lift and carry 25-35 lbs.
• Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)

Physical Activity Requirements

• Bending
• Carry Objects
• Climbing
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion
• Pinching/fine motor activities
• Push/Pull
• Reaching forward
• Reaching overhead
• Sitting
• Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee)
• Standing
• Talk or hear
• Taste or smell
• Twisting
• Walking
• Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

• Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%
• Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements

• Color Discrimination
• Depth Perception
• Far Vision
• Hearing
• Near Vision

Environment Requirements

• Airborn Communicable Disease
• Bloodborne Pathogens
• Chemical
• Dust Particular Matter
• Extreme Noise Levels
• Extreme Temperatures
• Radiation
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations