Echo Sonographer I- PRN Days
Company: Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital
Location: Pearland
Posted on: September 26, 2024
Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Echo Sonographer I position is an
entry level sonographer who performs a variety of routine
echocardiograms including, but not limited to, Transthoracic
Echocardiogram or TTE, with Color, Spectral Doppler and 2-D
imaging, Transesophageal Echocardiogram TEE, Plain Stress
Echocardiogram or Dobutamine Stress Echocardiogram, TTE with
bubbles, TTE with contrast and advanced TTE such as TTE with 3D
imaging, for both inpatient and outpatient studies. This position
locates, evaluates and records pertinent anatomical, pathological
and functional data while using different systems of ultrasound
equipment. The Echo Sonographer I position transmits exams to
compatible DICOM storage applications, processes preliminary
technical data in designated interpreting system, and communicates
any significant findings to the attending reading physician. This
position requires availability to be on call.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a
dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to
achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members
of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting
pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive
manner.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs cardiac echo studies while ensuring precise and
accurate data is transmitted for physician completion.
- Provides care for the physical needs of patients when
conducting the cardiac echo studies. Educates patients who require
inpatient or outpatient echo exams by providing explanations of
purpose and techniques used during the exam. Proactively identifies
issues and how to address them for optimum outcomes.
- Provides direct assistance to physicians and other health care
team members during cardiac echo studies including, patient
preparation before procedures and performs proper sterile
techniques as indicated in support of the procedure.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Identifies and recognizes cardiac structures accurately,
including: calculate valve area, pressure gradients and ejection
fraction when performing echo studies. Confirms the quality of the
study is concise and clear to optimize best images for the patient
care team and interpreting physician.
- Identifies abnormal findings when performing exams or
processing data and takes corrective action or communicates
immediately, when appropriate, to proper personnel for the best
results.
- Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly
practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection
control procedures. Complies with job, department and hospital
safety standards, practices and policies.
- Ensures all patient care equipment has had QC performed as
required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any
malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive
maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient
procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered, when
applicable.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in departmental projects and shared governance
activities.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline
competencies with a focus on continual development as a
Sonographer.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing
body for the required credential(s) indicated below
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Successful completion of a clinical rotation in a
cardiovascular echo sonography program or six months of cardiac
sonographer experience to include on the job training in
echocardiograms
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND
- RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographerr (ARDMS)
OR
- RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI) OR
- RCCS - Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (CCI)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills and
competency assessments
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer
systems to include, Hospital / Radiology/ Cardiology Information
Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents
- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all
levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent
customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and
co-workers
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision
including, organizing workflow and actively participating in
problem solving
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principlesSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional No
- Other (department approved) NoON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below.
- On Call* YesTRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area NoCompany
Profile:Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to
leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of
unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in
Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. With more than 1,300
affiliated physicians and 2,900 employees, Houston Methodist Sugar
Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including
comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics
and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women's services;
childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive
care; and advanced imaging - all backed by our focus on healing
people today and offering hope for tomorrowHouston Methodist is an
equal opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities, disabled
persons and veterans.Equal Employment OpportunityHouston Methodist
is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal employment opportunity is a
sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound.
Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or
harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with
Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age,
disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics
protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral
Protected Veterans requested.
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