Echocardiographer

Methodist Health System; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center in Richardson, TX, is seeking an echocardiography technician to perform adult and pediatric echocardiograms as part of a multidisciplinary team. The role requires ARDMS AE/PR certification, BLS, and an associate degree or approved training program in echocardiography.

You will contribute to high-quality patient care in a fast-paced setting. You will collaborate with physicians and sonographers to interpret results, ensure patient safety, and maintain

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in echocardiography or approved echo training program preferred.
• ARDMS certification in AE and/or PR required.
• Life support: BLS current; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly with patients and staff.
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment.
• Be accountable for performance and patient experience.
• Support professional growth and teamwork.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Professional growth

Education

Associate degree in echocardiography or approved echo training program

Tools

ARDMS AE/PR

BLS

ACLS preferred

Job description

Hours of Work

0700 to 1700

Days Of Week

M-F and rotating weekends

Work Shift

Job Description: Your Job: In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for our patients by performing echocardiograms.

Your Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduate from an associate degree echo program and/or an accredited echo training program preferred.
• ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in adult echo (AE) and/or pediatric echo (PR) required.
• A written statement from a pediatric cardiologist stating that the applicant is skilled and competent in independently performing all scopes of pediatric echocardiography may be substituted for the ARDMS.
• Current Basic Life Support required; Advanced Cardio Life Support preferred.

Your Job Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for your professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

Methodist Richardson Medical Center

is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval ®

for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center – Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more.

We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups.

Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

Magnet®-designated hospital150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023Level III Neonatal Intensive Care UnitLevel III Trauma Center