Echocardiographer - Registered

Methodist Health; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Southlake Medical Center seeks a Registered Echocardiographer to perform comprehensive echocardiograms including 2D, M-Mode, and Doppler studies. The role requires ARDMS/RCS credentials and BLS, with ACLS preferred. On-call duties and on-site work in Southlake, TX are included.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree in echo or accredited training, 1 year hospital experience, and familiarity with Epic. The team values accuracy, safety, and collaboration with physicians.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an associate degree echo program or accredited echo training program.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers required; ACLS preferred.
• RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI) certification required.
• Experience with GE echocardiography systems and Epic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform 2D, M-Mode, Doppler echocardiograms per protocol.
• Ensure patient identification, privacy, and safety.
• Prepare echocardiographic worksheet for physician review.
• Assist with billing records and QA data collection.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Education

Associate degree in echocardiography or accredited echo training program

BLS for Healthcare Providers

RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI) certification

ACLS certification

Tools

GE VIVID E95

Job description

## Echocardiographer - RegisteredApply: Southlake, Texas: Full time: Posted Today: JR1000039226**Hours of Work :**40**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 requiredJob Summary:* Category B: Employee with patient care impact* FLSA: Non-exemptJob 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+ yearsMethodist 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