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Pediatric Registered Cardiac Sonographer (Per Diem, Part Time or Full Time) - Up to $20K Sign On Bonus

Rady Children's Health logoRady Children's HealthMain Campus - OrangeFull timePosted 4mo ago
  • Sign-on bonus up to $20,000
  • PRN / per diem
  • BLS

About the job

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Day – 08hrs (United States of America)

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. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

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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.

Job Summary

The Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer I (RDCS-I) 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.

CHOC has opportunities for Pediatric Cardiac Sonographers and Pediatric/Fetal Cardiac Sonographers for Per Diem, Part-Time, and Full Time roles! Our positions allow you to gain experience in both inpatient and outpatient environments, and if you're interested in learning Fetal Sonography, and have strong foundation in PEDS, we are willing to train!

Hours are Mon-Fri, and vary between 7:30am and 5:30pm; weekend and evening call is rotated through the team.

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000! You must have at least 3 years of experience in Pediatric Cardiac Sonography, and meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for the sign-on bonus.

Pay Range

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

  • Required: Graduate recognized program for echocardiography required.
  • Preferred: One year of adult Echocardiography experience.

Education

Specialized Skills

  • Required: Ability to communicate professionally, understand patient family centered care expectations and receive professional instruction to promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission. Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.
  • Preferred: Bilingual

Licensure

  • Required: Basic Life Support Certification (BLS); must obtain credentialing in Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS -PE) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonography (RCCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) upon hire or must obtain within one (1) year of hire.
  • Preferred: Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential by 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

Non-Discrimination Statement:

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

From Rady Children's Health's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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