Echocardiographer - Registered

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

Job summary

Methodist Southlake Medical Center is seeking an Echo Technologist to perform comprehensive echocardiograms, including 2D, M-Mode, Doppler, and TEE, at a high technical level. You will work under supervision with the echo team, ensuring patient safety and accurate data collection.

The role requires an associate degree in echocardiography or equivalent training, current BLS, and RDCS/RCS certification if possible. On-call duties and on-site work in Southlake, TX are expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an associate degree echo program and/or an accredited echo training program preferred.
• High School Diploma and/or GED is required or preferred.
• RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI) certification is required.
• ACLS preferred and BLS required for Healthcare Providers.

Responsibilities

• Assures proper patient identification and safety.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
• Demonstrates understanding of universal precautions and disaster procedures.
• Completes forms and records accurately for billing.
• Prepares echocardiographic worksheets for physician review and interpretation.
• Participates in department quality assurance data collection.
• Works independently and with colleagues, prioritizing STAT and routine orders.
• Manages supplies and participates in staying within budget.
• Attends mandatory education and facility trainings.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in echocardiography

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GE VIVID E95

TEE probes

Epic

Job description

Hours of Work :40Days Of Week :Mon-Friday with On CallWork 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 GEDCurrent American Heart Association ACLS preferredCurrent BLS for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association requiredRDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI) requiredEffective communication and interpersonal skillsExperience with equipment including GE VIVID E95, TEE probes (to include the sterilization process), and Epic preferredTyping and computer skills preferredWork Experience: 1 year hospital experience preferredOn Call requiredJob Summary:Category B: Employee with patient care impactFLSA: 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 programsMaintains 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 yearsAdults 18+ years – 35 yearsAdults 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 , 2023Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023Cardiac catheterization labRobotic surgery capabilitiesSPECT/CT and nuclear medicine capabilities