Echocardiogram Tech - Cardio Non-Invasive

CHRISTUS Health; Landa Park Estates (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health seeks a sonographer to perform routine echo exams and assist with transesophageal studies, under the cardiology team. The role includes stress echocardiograms and daily physician communication, with weekly supply checks. Experience in cardiology is preferred, and BLS is required.

The position is per diem, with 7AM–5PM shifts and a focus on age-appropriate patient care in a values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technology program preferred.
• Two years of cardiology experience preferred.
• BLS required.
• ARDMS or CCI certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs all routine echocardiograms for evaluation of possible heart defects.
• Assists physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms.
• Performs stress echocardiograms to evaluate for coronary artery disease.
• Notifies physicians daily for exam interpretation and checks supplies weekly.
• Demonstrates age-appropriate patient care and aligns with Christus Healthcare values.
• Per diem as needed; adapts to assigned tasks.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited Ultrasound Technology program

Job description

Summary:

Perform quality diagnostic echo cardiology procedures independent of supervision and responds to the cardiologists input as appropriate. Assume responsibility for related tasks as assigned. Promotes teambuilding initiatives within service line and departments serviced.Behavior and communication skills must align with the organizations mission, values, and culture.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Performs all routine echocardiograms for evaluation of possible abnormal heart defects or disease.
• Assists physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms.
• Performs stress echocardiograms to evaluate for coronary artery disease.
• Notifies physicians daily for exam interpretation. Checks weekly for needed supplies.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the age specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapts assessment, treatment, and/or service methods to accommodate age-specific or other developmental needs of of the patient.
• Demonstrates adherence to the Core values of Christus Healthcare.
• Associate is expected to be certified by ARDMS or CCI within 1 year of hire, but not required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology preferred.

Experience

• Two years of experience in the cardiology field preferred.
• Experience with stress testing is preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS Required.
• DCS, RCS, RDMS through ARDMS or CCI preferred.

Work Schedule:

7AM - 5PM

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed