Echo Sonographer II

At Houston Methodist, the Echo Sonographer II position is an experienced and fully competent sonographer who performs a variety of routine to complex echocardiograms including but not limited to Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE), Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE), and advanced TTE such as 3D imaging. This position provides additional support for pharmacologic and exercise stress procedures, Holter testing, EKG and/or cardiac event monitoring as well as advanced procedures when needed (i.e. TAVR).

The Echo Sonographer II locates, evaluates and records pertinent anatomical, pathological and functional data while using different systems of ultrasound equipment. This 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. The Echo Sonographer II actively participates in unit-based or system quality and compliance initiatives.

This job requires availability to be on call.

Non‑Exempt

• Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below

• Three years’ experience as a Cardiac/Echo Sonographer; may consider HM Echo Sonographer with two years’ experience, one of which is as an Echo Sonographer with HM

• BLS – Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) – American Heart Association
• Must have one of the following certifications: RDCS – Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS); RDCS‑AE – Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer – Adult Echocardiography (ARDMS); RVT – Registered Vascular Technologist (ARDMS); RCS – Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI); RVS – Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI)

• 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 principles

• 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
• Assists with training new staff members and mentoring clinical students, to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities

• Performs cardiac echo studies, while ensuring precise and accurate data is transmitted for physician completion. Provides additional support for pharmacologic and exercise stress procedures, holter testing, EKG and/or cardiac event monitoring as well as advanced procedures when needed (i.e. TAVR)
• 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…