Job Description

Position Title: Cardiac Sonographer 2

Location: Round Rock, TX

Shift: Full Time, Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Setting: Clinic and Hospital Rotation Plus Call

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000 (for external candidates only)

Minimum Rate Per Hour: $33

Maximum Rate Per Hour: $48

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package empowers you to live well and provides:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Your well-being is our top priority. Visit our benefits site to learn about all of our programs that support mind, body, and spirit.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Prepare patients for procedures and obtain clinical history, including cardiac-related physical findings and pertinent laboratory data, to adapt imaging techniques for comprehensive and diagnostic echocardiograms.
• Perform basic to advanced cardiac ultrasound procedures utilizing various equipment and techniques, making necessary measurements to obtain accurate, high-quality results.
• Identify and define cardiac abnormalities, extending the scope of the examination when necessary, and correlate invasive and noninvasive cardiac diagnostic test results with cardiac anatomy and function.
• Assist physicians in procedure rooms and operating rooms by performing echocardiograph studies, aiding in complex procedures to decrease risk factors.
• Assist in performing transesophageal studies with cardiologist, calculating appropriate measurements, and sterilizing the probe.
• Record statistics and perform daily maintenance of the Echocardiography Lab and its equipment, reporting malfunctions as appropriate.
• Act as a resource to other staff, physicians, and students regarding equipment, techniques, procedures, and studies to optimize patient care.
• Work closely with the cardiac sonographer quality coordinator to ensure adherence to quality processes and protocols, assisting with ICAEL accreditation activities as delegated.
• Implement protocols as new technology evolves, ensuring adherence to system echocardiography standards.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Knowledge and ability to apply complex sonographic principles, instrumentation, and techniques.
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to explain the purpose of the echocardiographic examination to patients and answer their questions.
• Knowledge of approved clinical protocols for various cardiovascular ultrasound examinations.
• Understanding of proper infection control procedures and relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with healthcare providers, including other sonographers, physicians, and nurses.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and the skilled use of computers and medical equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduate of an Accredited Program or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• Experience: Less than 1 year of experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Must hold one of the following certifications at the time of hire/transfer:
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through Cardio Credentialing International (CCI).
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

Consider joining our team and making an impact in providing exceptional healthcare.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Work experience placement, Immediate start, Relocation bonus, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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