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The echocardiographic lab at ZSFG is a friendly and collegial place to work. We believe in team work, providing excellent service, and supporting the overall mission of UCSF and SFDPH in providing exceptional patient care while promoting education and research. This position is primarily clinical, including performance of transthoracic studies in the echo lab as well as portable studies in patient units or procedural areas and exercise or pharmacologic stress tests. Participation in research, quality improvement, and education of students and residents/fellows is also expected and enriches this position. This position is a 50% FTE appointment at SFGH, with a variable schedule of approximately 2.5 days per week.
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Essential Function (Yes/No) |
Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor) |
| 70 |
Yes |
Cardiac Ultrasound Studies
- Perform ultrasound studies of the heart including 2D/3D, M-mode, Doppler, and color interrogation in the echo lab, a combined inpatient/outpatient setting.
- Perform portable/bedside studies in the ICU, patient care units, emergency department, cath lab or operating rooms as required.
- The average number of studies per day per sonographer is 6, but can vary.
- Use IV injection of agitated saline or echo contrast in appropriately selected patients.
- Collect accurate images and measurements, using the ultrasound machine to process echocardiograms including data entry, editing, record keeping, and data management.
- Interpretation of studies and creation of preliminary reports.
- Maintain quality, consistency, hygiene and follow laboratory and hospital protocols.
- Participate in hazardous waste management including proper disposal of waste materials, disinfecting and cleaning probes (TTE and TEE) and filing necessary forms.
Stress Testing
- Performance of exercise and pharmacologic stress echocardiography with or without contrast.
- Assist with treadmill stress testing and recording of 12-lead ECG's rarely when lab is short staffed.
Patient Care
- Interact with a broad spectrum of patients and demonstrate compassion, respect, patience and cultural sensitivity in preparing the patient for the exam and during its performance.
- Explain the purpose and procedure of each test to the patient.
- Attend to patient after exam is completed and provide follow-up information about the test.
- Serve as a liaison with patient units and other departments to ensure adequate and timely patient transport.
- Demonstrate awareness and appropriate response to patient-specific issues, including infection control and high-risk situations.
- Respond to emergency situations and triage appropriately according to urgency.
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| 10 |
Yes |
Communication and Team Work
- Be nice to others and maintain a friends-and-family culture and close collegiality.
- Work together as a team, offering to share clinical work and other tasks; Daily team huddles.
- Encourage inclusivity, acceptance, fairness and equity.
- Foster an outward positive and service-oriented image for the division/department.
- Respond in a timely and friendly manner with referring providers, office personnel, and other individuals/organizations which utilize our services.
- Advise the type of study that will achieve appropriate results based on patient indicators.
Provide High Quality Service |
| 10 |
Yes |
Research and Quality Improvement
- Foster a culture that values education, research and quality improvement.
- Participate in ongoing QI projects, protocol development and personnel training.
- Support research studies within and outside the division, perform research echo studies, maintain the integrity of data, collaborate, and follow research protocols to ensure completeness.
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| 5 |
Yes |
Teaching and Supervision
- Provide orientation, supervision and hands-on teaching to fellows, residents, and sonography students on the use of ultrasound equipment and technical performance of cardiac ultrasounds.
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| 5 |
Yes |
Administrative
- Perform scheduling, supply restocking, equipment and space cleaning/maintenance and other administrative tasks related to echocardiography as needed.
- Maintain required professional licensing, training, and credentials.
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Required:
- 2 years of working and scanning experience in an echocardiography lab after graduation
- Two (2) years of college, preferably with courses in physiology, psychology and electronics, and one year of experience in diagnostic ultrasound technology which includes successful completion of a traineeship in ultrasonic technology; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
- Graduation from an accredited Cardiac Sonography program
- Experience with stress echocardiography
- Successful completion of the ARDMS and/or CCI examination or equivalent training certification.
Preferred:
- Familiarity with both GE and Philips equipment
- Fluency in a second language
- Previous work in research, teaching/mentoring, or quality improvement projects.
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Required:
- 2 years of working and scanning experience in an echocardiography lab after graduation
- Two (2) years of college, preferably with courses in physiology, psychology and electronics, and one year of experience in diagnostic ultrasound technology which includes successful completion of a traineeship in ultrasonic technology; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
- Graduation from an accredited Cardiac Sonography program
- Experience with stress echocardiography
- Successful completion of the ARDMS and/or CCI examination or equivalent training certification.
Preferred:
- Familiarity with both GE and Philips equipment
- Fluency in a second language
- Previous work in research, teaching/mentoring, or quality improvement projects.
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University of California - San Francisco
Apr 15, 2026