Echo Sonographer I - Per Diem - 8-Hour Day Shift (Inpatient)

Cedars-Sinai is a renowned nonprofit academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California. Established in 1902, it has grown to become a national leader in delivering top-quality healthcare, combining primary care, specialized medicine, research, teaching, and community service. With 886 licensed beds and an extensive team comprising 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses, and thousands of other healthcare professionals, Cedars-Sinai has repeatedly set the standard for innovative and compassionate patient care. The institution is especially recognized for its transformative approaches to healthcare, pioneering treatments, and community programs aimed at improving the health outcomes of vulnerable populations. Cedars-Sinai’s commitment to education ensures the development of tomorrow’s healthcare professionals, making it one of the most prestigious and impactful healthcare organizations in the United States.

The Smidt Heart Institute, a part of Cedars-Sinai, is distinguished as a top cardiovascular care provider nationally. The institute encompasses 16 specialized centers and programs that address the full spectrum of heart and vascular conditions affecting patients from newborns to those with advanced heart disease. This multidisciplinary institute integrates compassionate care with cutting-edge research, offering patients access to innovative therapies across various cardiovascular specialties such as transplantation, stem cell therapy, congenital heart disease, women’s heart health, valve disorders, arrhythmia, and hypertension. The Echo Sonographer I position within the Smidt Heart Institute represents an entry-level role focused on delivering high-quality echocardiographic imaging under physician guidance. This role provides a unique opportunity for clinical professionals to work alongside world-class faculty and experts dedicated to improving cardiac outcomes.

As an Echo Sonographer I, you will perform basic echocardiographic imaging and related procedures in both inpatient and outpatient settings, assisting physicians in diagnosing blood flow and heart conditions. This position offers a structured mentorship program to build competence in using ultrasound technologies and adhering to imaging protocols aligned with accreditation standards. Beyond imaging, the role involves ensuring patient safety, preparing examination rooms and equipment, and cooperating with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care. The role emphasizes continual learning and adaptation, with responsibilities extending to preliminary interpretation of diagnostic studies and generating reports to assist physicians in treatment planning. Working at Cedars-Sinai’s Smidt Heart Institute means joining a dynamic, fast-paced environment committed to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care that profoundly impacts the Los Angeles community and beyond.