Echocardiographer - Registered

Methodist Health System

Southlake (TX)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

4 days ago

Be an early applicant

A complete application in a minute

Tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Job summary

Methodist Southlake Medical Center is seeking an Echo Technologist to perform comprehensive echocardiograms including 2D, M-Mode, Doppler, and transesophageal studies under supervision. The ideal candidate will have RDCS/ARDMS or RCS certification, BLS on file, and prefer ACLS; on-call duties are required.

Responsibilities include patient prep, accurate data documentation, QA participation, and collaboration with physicians.

Qualifications

Graduate from an associate degree echo program and/or an accredited echo training program preferred
Current American Heart Association ACLS preferred
Current BLS for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association required
RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI) required
Experience with equipment including GE VIVID E95, TEE probes, and Epic preferred
On Call required

Responsibilities

Assures proper patient identification and safety.
Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patient.
Demonstrates understanding of universal precautions.
Demonstrates understanding of role in fire and disaster.
Participates in mandatory programs
Maintains organized and clean working environment.
Prepares echocardiographic worksheet for physicians review and interpretation.
Supports department Quality Assurance process through accurate data collection.
Demonstrates ability to work independently and maintains positive professional relationships with peers, physicians and customers.
Is able to complete assignments independently and can take instruction from supervisors, patients and vendors.
Resolves conflict and utilizes chain of command to help drive appropriate outcomes.
Demonstrates sound knowledge in response to STAT calls and prioritizes STAT and routine orders.
Demonstrates technical proficiency in all echo procedures.
Assesses patient condition to provide additional views for cardiologist interpretation.
Manages supplies and forms within budget.
Participates in required continuing education and mandatory facility education requirements.

Skills

RDCS/ARDMS or RCS/CCI certification

ACLS preferred

BLS required

On-call availability

Strong communication

Education

Associate degree in echocardiography or accredited echo training

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GE VIVID E95

TEE probes

Epic

Job description

Hours of Work :

Days Of Week :

Mon-Friday with On Call

Work Shift :

8X5 Day (United States of America)

Job Description :

Your Job:
Under the direction of the supervisor of non-invasive cardiology, the echo team performs all echocardiograms to include 2D, M-Mode, color Doppler, pulse wave Doppler, continuous wave Doppler, transesophageal echocardiogram, stress echo and other related examinations according to established standards an practices at a high technical level.
Your Job Requirements:

Graduate from an associate degree echo program and/or an accredited echo training program preferred High School Diploma and/or GED
Current American Heart Association ACLS preferred
Current BLS for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association required
RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI) required
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with equipment including GE VIVID E95, TEE probes (to include the sterilization process), and Epic preferred
Typing and computer skills preferred
Work Experience: 1 year hospital experience preferred
On Call required

Job Summary:

Category B: Employee with patient care impact
FLSA: Non-exempt

Job Roles:

Assures proper patient identification and safety.
Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patient.
Demonstrates understanding of universal precautions.
Demonstrates understanding of role in fire and disaster.
Participates in mandatory programs
Maintains organized and clean working environment.
Completes forms/records/logs accurately and maintains logs/records for procedures completed for billing.
Prepares echocardiographic worksheet for physicians review and interpretation.
Supports department Quality Assurance process through accurate, timely and complete data collection.
Demonstrates ability to work independently and maintains positive professional relationships with peers, physicians and customers.
Is able to complete assignments independently, to work as a team and can take instruction from supervisors, patients and vendors and the public in a professional and pleasant manner.
Resolves conflict and utilize chain of command to help drive appropriate outcomes.
Demonstrates sound knowledge in response to STAT calls and demonstrates the ability to prioritize both STAT and routine orders.
Demonstrates technical proficiency in all echo procedures.
Can utilize critical thinking skills to assess the patient’s condition to provide any additional views that will assist the cardiologist in the care/treatment.
Manages supplies and forms within the budget.
Participates in required and continuing educations. Attends or completes all mandatory facility and departmental education requirements.
Responsible for patient preparation to include assessing compliance with NPO status, patient transport, placement of electrodes, placement of blood pressure cuff, presence of IV access if needed, secures the use of EKG monitoring equipment, remains with patient at all times, offers assistance under the director of an RN, maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.

Age Specific Care:

Children 12+ years – 18 years
Adults 18+ years – 35 years
Adults 65+ years

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: