Echocardiographer - Prn

Methodist Health System; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Southlake Medical Center in Texas seeks an echocardiography technologist to perform echocardiograms as part of a multidisciplinary team. The candidate will collaborate with cardiology and imaging staff to deliver high-quality patient care.

Requirements include ARDMS in AE/PE, a pediatric echo credential or physician substitute, and BLS; ACLS preferred. The position supports PRN scheduling with on-site duties in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree echo program and/or accredited echo training program preferred.
• ARDMS in adult echo (AE) and/or pediatric echo (PE) required.
• A pediatric echocardiography skill letter from a pediatric cardiologist may substitute for ARDMS.
• Current Basic Life Support required; Advanced Cardio Life Support preferred.

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

Skills

ARDMS AE/PE

BLS

Pediatric echo

Education

High school diploma or GED

Echo program degree or accredited echo training

Tools

ARDMS credentialing

Job description

Hours of Work :

8

Days Of Week :

PRN

Work Shift :

PRN (United States of America)

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 Southlake Medical Center is a 54-bed, acute care hospital serving Southlake, Keller, Grapevine, and northeastern Tarrant County in North Texas. Designed to expand as the community grows, we have 11 operating suites, two endoscopy suites, a diagnostic and interventional catheterization lab, and a newly expanded emergency department with 12 exam rooms. We provide a full complement of services, from emergency care and advanced surgery to imaging. 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:

• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
• Cardiac catheterization lab
• Robotic surgery capabilities
• SPECT/CT and nuclear medicine capabilities