Cardiac Sonographer PRN

Baylor Scott & White Health; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer 2 for PRN coverage. You will perform transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography for adults, preparing equipment and patients, reviewing images, and reporting findings as part of a busy Echocardiography Lab.

The role requires 1 year of cardiac sono experience and RDCS or RCS certification; orientation runs 4 weeks with daytime hours, and weekend coverage is possible to support operations.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1 year cardiac sono experience.
• Certification: RDCS or RCS required or to be obtained at hire.
• Education: Accredited program graduate or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic to advanced cardiac ultrasound including transthoracic and transesophageal studies.
• Prepare patients, obtain history, and explain procedures.
• Review images, report findings, and ensure quality of studies.
• Assist in procedures and maintain equipment in the Echocardiography Lab.
• Support QA processes and adherence to standards.

Skills

Cardiac sono

Cardiac ultrasound

RDCS or RCS

Education

Accredited program graduate or 2 years related experience

Job description

About Us

Must be within 1 hour call radius of facility

Shift: PRN 7a-5:30p Day Shift - 10 hour shift (variable days including rotating weekends, occasional call)

Experience: 1 year cardiac sono experience

Required Cert - RDCS Or RCS

The four-week orientation hours (after the system and Plano orientation) are same as daily work hours, 0700-1730, requiring some weekend days, and night calls shadowing another on call person, etc., to understand the operational needs.

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well‑being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

About Us

Must be within 1 hour call radius of facility

Shift: PRN 7a-5:30p Day Shift - 10 hour shift (variable days including rotating weekends, occasional call)

Requirement averages out to about 1 shift a week, we would prefer someone who has daytime and weekend flexibility.

Experience: 1 year cardiac sono experience

Required Cert - RDCS Or RCS

Orientation is 40 hours a week for 4 weeks. The four-week orientation hours (after the system and Plano orientation) are same as daily work hours, 0700-1730, requiring some weekend days, and night calls shadowing another on call person, etc., to understand the operational needs.

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well‑being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Cardiac Sonographer 2 performs basic to advanced cardiac ultrasound services. These include transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress tests for adults. These tests help diagnose and assess cardiac abnormalities. General duties include preparing equipment, prepping patients, and explaining procedures. They also review images, report findings, and evaluate patient history. This helps identify the purpose of the examination. They frame the clinical question the exam should answer and expand the exam as needed.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Prepare patients for procedures and obtain their clinical history. Include cardiac‑related physical findings and pertinent laboratory data. Adapt imaging techniques to obtain comprehensive and diagnostic echocardiograms. This helps reduce the chance of incorrect clinical interpretation.
• Perform basic to advanced cardiac ultrasound procedures using various equipment and techniques. Make necessary measurements for accurate, high-quality results.
• Identify and define cardiac abnormalities. Extend the examination scope as needed. Deviate from standard techniques when necessary. Correlate invasive and noninvasive cardiac test results with cardiac anatomy and function.
• May assist physicians in procedure and operating rooms by performing echocardiograph studies. This aids them in proceeding with complex procedures to decrease risk factors.
• Assist in performing transesophageal studies with cardiologist, calculating appropriate measurements and sterilizing probe.
• Record statistics and perform daily maintenance of the Echocardiography Lab and its equipment, reporting all 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. Assist with ICAEL accreditation activities as delegated.
• Implement protocols as new technology evolves, and ensure implementation and adherence to system echocardiography standards.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge and ability to apply complex sonographic methods, instrumentation, and techniques.
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to explain the purpose of the echocardiographic examination to the patient and answer patients' questions.
• Knowledge of approved clinical protocols for each type of cardiovascular ultrasound examination.
• Knowledge of proper infection control, including precautionary procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with healthcare providers, including other sonographers, physicians, and nurses.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Skilled utilization of computers and medical equipment.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
• Experience: 1 year cardiac sono experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS in 30 days of hire or transfer.

Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Reg Diag Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS): Must have one of the following at time of hire/transfer:

• RCS through Cardio Credentialing Intl. (CCI)
• RDCS through American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).