Echo Tech

United Regional; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

United Regional in Wichita Falls, TX seeks a Cardiac Sonographer to verify patient identity, position patients, perform high-quality cardiac imaging, and coordinate with cardiology staff to optimize exam workflow.

The role requires graduate radiology or CV Sonography training, strong English communication, and proficiency with imaging equipment and record-keeping; candidates should be prepared for variable hours and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiology program or CV Sonographer program preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Verifies correct patient by armband and medical record number.
• Coordinates inpatient procedures with scheduled outpatients to reduce exam waiting time.
• Positions patient properly to obtain high-quality images for interpretation.
• Practices radiation safety and demonstrates proficiency with related equipment.
• Performs procedures according to established protocols and documents results.
• Maintains accurate records and operates ancillary imaging equipment.

Skills

Patient positioning

Communication

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Education

Radiology program graduate

CV Sonography program preferred

Job description

Educational Requirements

Graduate of an accredited radiology program or CV Sonographer program preferred.

Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Licenses and Certifications

RDCS or CCI Certification Eligible and Registered within 1 month of employment.

CPR Certification.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Proficient in proper patient positioning and demonstrates the ability to produce technically adequate images for interpretation.

Must be able to effectively communicate with the patient, the patient’s family and all medical personnel.

Must have good computer skills.

Ability to concentrate on moderate detail with some interruption.

Ability to relate specific ideas generally, several at a time and remember multiple tasks given at one time or over a period of time.

Ability to communicate in written work, using advanced writing skills.

Physical Requirements

Moderate amount of lifting and positioning of patients and equipment as well as, transportation of patients via cart or wheelchair.

Walking or standing for 80% of the time, sitting for 20 % of the time.

Ability to stand for long periods of time as well as walking and sitting; see small objects, have good eye-hand coordination and hear normal sounds with background noises.

Subject to electrical, radiation and biohazards.

Working under stressful conditions and working irregular hours.

Exposure to communicable diseases and/or bodily fluids.

Duties and Responsibilities

Verifies correct patient by patient’s armband and medical record number, reviews the patient’s chart to verify the physician’s order, makes corrections and additions to order if applicable. Thoroughly explains procedure to the patient and their family.

Coordinates inpatient procedures with scheduled outpatients to reduce waiting time for exams and to assign priority to procedures.

Ensures proper positioning of patient to obtain good quality images for cardiologist’s interpretation. Demonstrates the ability to make knowledge-based adjustments of imaging procedures, equipment, and contrast mediums, and safely performs examination.

Practices proper radiation safety. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of all related equipment.

Performs all procedures according to established protocols, annotates patient’s information on the images, reviews each examination for technical and diagnostic accuracy, properly administers contrast mediums as needed, presents all relevant information and completed exam to cardiologist, records and tracks procedure.

Demonstrates working knowledge of ancillary equipment, in addition to maintaining accurate records.

Performs all other tasks/responsibilities as necessary.