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Echo Sonographer I
Location:
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital
16655 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land TX, 77479
16655 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land TX, 77479
- Job Ref:
- JR-9939
- Job Shift:
- Evening
- Job Type:
- Full Time
At Houston Methodist, the Echo Sonographer I position is an entry level sonographer who performs a variety of routine echocardiograms including, but not limited to, Transthoracic Echocardiogram or TTE, with Color, Spectral Doppler and 2-D imaging, Transesophageal Echocardiogram TEE, Plain Stress Echocardiogram or Dobutamine Stress Echocardiogram, TTE with bubbles, TTE with contrast and advanced TTE such as TTE with 3D imaging, for both inpatient and outpatient studies. This position locates, evaluates and records pertinent anatomical, pathological and functional data while using different systems of ultrasound equipment. The Echo Sonographer I position transmits exams to compatible DICOM storage applications, processes preliminary technical data in designated interpreting system, and communicates any significant findings to the attending reading physician. This position requires availability to be on call.
EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONSNon-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below
EXPERIENCE
- Successful completion of a clinical rotation in a cardiovascular echo sonography program or six months of cardiac sonographer experience to include on the job training in echocardiograms
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
- Must have one of the following certifications: RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS); RDCS-AE - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - Adult Echocardiography (ARDMS); RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist (ARDMS); RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI); RVS - Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills and competency assessments
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology/ Cardiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents
- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing workflow and actively participating in problem solving
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs cardiac echo studies while ensuring precise and accurate data is transmitted for physician completion.
- Provides care for the physical needs of patients when conducting the cardiac echo studies. Educates patients who require inpatient or outpatient echo exams by providing explanations of purpose and techniques used during the exam. Proactively identifies issues and how to address them for optimum outcomes.
- Provides direct assistance to physicians and other health care team members during cardiac echo studies including, patient preparation before procedures and performs proper sterile techniques as indicated in support of the procedure.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Identifies and recognizes cardiac structures accurately, including: calculate valve area, pressure gradients and ejection fraction when performing echo studies. Confirms the quality of the study is concise and clear to optimize best images for the patient care team and interpreting physician.
- Identifies abnormal findings when performing exams or processing data and takes corrective action or communicates immediately, when appropriate, to proper personnel for the best results.
- Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures. Complies with job, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.
- Ensures all patient care equipment has had QC performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered, when applicable.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in departmental projects and shared governance activities.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Sonographer.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
- WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): No
- On Call* Yes
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below
EXPERIENCE
- Successful completion of a clinical rotation in a cardiovascular echo sonography program or six months of cardiac sonographer experience to include on the job training in echocardiograms
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
- Must have one of the following certifications: RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS); RDCS-AE - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - Adult Echocardiography (ARDMS); RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist (ARDMS); RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI); RVS - Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI)
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. Houston Methodist Sugar Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women’s services; childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive care; and advanced imaging — all backed by our focus on healing people today and offering hope for tomorrow.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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