Echocardiogram Tech Registered - Cardio

CHRISTUS Health; Mount Pleasant (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Mount Pleasant, TX seeks a Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technologist to perform echocardiography and related imaging to support cardiology services. You will operate ultrasound equipment, obtain high-quality images, and prepare patients for exams in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires comprehensive knowledge of cardiovascular disease, anatomy, Doppler and color flow imaging, and a strong emphasis on data quality for physician interpretation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology.
• 1 year of experience in Cardiac Ultrasound.
• DCS, RCS, or RDMS certification through ARDMS or CCI.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Meets applicable OneCHRISTUS competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Performs diagnostic exams including but not restricted to Echocardiography, TEE, Holter monitoring 2D/M-Mode, and color Doppler.
• Performs echocardiograms by using ultrasound equipment and captures images of a patient's heart to assess its structure and function.
• Prepare patients for exams by explaining the procedure, positioning patients, and applying ultrasound gel for optimal image acquisition.
• Maintain equipment by ensuring the proper functioning of ultrasound machines and probes through cleaning, disinfection, and reporting any malfunctions.
• Document patient information by recording exam details, measurements, and observations for physician interpretation.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team by assisting physicians and nurses in performing echocardiograms and discussing findings to contribute to patient care plans.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cardiac Ultrasound

Education

Accredited school of Ultrasound Technology

Tools

Ultrasound Equipment

Job description

Summary

The Job requires considerable technical ability, experience, and judgment to perform cardiovascular ultrasound and evaluate the quality of data for Cardiologist interpretation. Must have substantial knowledge and understanding of cardiovascular disease, dynamics of blood flow, Doppler, and color flow imaging techniques. Expected to have a detailed understanding of ultrasound instrumentation, cardiovascular physiology and pathology, hemodynamics, and the ability to relate these findings into clinically meaningful data.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Performs diagnostic exams including but not restricted to Echocardiography, TEE, Holter monitoring 2D/M-Mode, and color Doppler.
• Performs echocardiograms by using ultrasound equipment and captures images of a patient's heart to assess its structure and function.
• Prepare patients for exams by explaining the procedure, positioning patients, and applying ultrasound gel for optimal image acquisition.
• Maintain equipment by ensuring the proper functioning of ultrasound machines and probes through cleaning, disinfection, and reporting any malfunctions.
• Document patient information by recording exam details, measurements, and observations for physician interpretation.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team by assisting physicians and nurses in performing echocardiograms and discussing findings to contribute to patient care plans.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education/Skills

• Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology required.

Experience

• 1 year of experience in Cardiac Ultrasound required.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• DCS, RCS, or RDMS through ARDMS or CCI required.
• BLS required.

Work Schedule

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type

Full Time