Echocardiograph Technologist

Baylor College of Medicine; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 89,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine is seeking an experienced echocardiography specialist to perform high-quality transthoracic and transesophageal studies for patients from neonates to adults. The role emphasizes independence and strict adherence to imaging protocols at our McNair Campus in Houston.

Qualified candidates hold RDCS/ RCS certification, an Associate's degree, and at least three years of relevant experience. The position supports ongoing research and requires compliance with study protocols.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited program.
• Three years of relevant experience.
• RDCS or RCS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform high-quality echocardiographic exams, including TEE.
• Perform research echocardiographic exams and follow research protocols.
• Analyze complex congenital and acquired pediatric heart abnormalities.
• Maintain equipment and daily operational maintenance of the echo lab.
• Provide age-appropriate care for Neonate to Adult patients.

Education

Associate's degree

ARDMS RDCS or CCI RCS certification

Job description

Location: Texas Medical Center, Houston, TX

Salary Range: $88,583 to $104,215

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summary

This position independently perform high-quality and complex echocardiographic exams as well as transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) studies on patients ranging in age from neonates to adults. Will independently perform high-quality vascular imaging and peripheral vascular testing as needed, may independently interpret research protocols to apply appropriate echocardiographic methods and standards, and responsible for strict adhere to authorized imaging protocol.

This position is located at our McNair Campus.

Job Duties

• May perform research echocardiographic exams and collaborate with others to identify and follow research protocol for numerous studies.
• Performs analysis of complex congenital and acquired pediatric heart abnormalities.
• Recognizes and identifies complex anatomy and physiology, diagnosing dextrocardia, heterotaxy syndrome, etc.
• Performs TEE studies, probe manipulation (with MD in attendance) encouraged and understand complex cardiac lesions from a TEE perspective.
• Performs complex quantification analysis and remain up-to-date with the most recent technology and software available for cardiac quantification.
• Performs three dimensional (3D) echo reconstruction and collects data.
• May analyze strain rate and strain imaging for advanced function studies and collects data for statistical analysis.
• May participate in animal imaging if protocols should require following specific animal imaging guidelines established by ASE and BCM.
• Responsible for daily operational maintenance of the research echo lab supplies and equipment.
• May enter study data into research database, maintains appropriate records, and documentation for research compliance as needed.
• Provides age appropriate care for one or more of the following age groups routinely: Neonate, Infant, Child, Adolescent, Adult.
• Performs other job‑related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited training program through an accredited institution.
• Three years of relevant experience.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) certification with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological science with emphasis on anatomy and physiology.

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.