Echocardiographer - Registered

Position: ECHOCARDIOGRAPHER - REGISTERED

ECHOCARDIOGRAPHER - REGISTERED at Methodist Health System summary:

The Registered Echocardiographer performs diagnostic echocardiograms in a fast-paced hospital environment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide quality patient care. The role requires certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or equivalent pediatric competency, as well as life support certifications. The position emphasizes clear communication, teamwork, accountability, and ongoing professional development in a full-service acute care hospital setting.

Hours of Work :

0730 to 1600

Days Of Week :

Weekdays and Rotating Weekends

Work Shift :

Job Description :

Your Job:
In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for our patients by performing echocardiograms. Your

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduate from an associate degree echo program and/or an accredited echo training program preferred.
• ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in adult echo (AE) and/or pediatric echo (PR) required.
• A written statement from a pediatric cardiologist stating that the applicant is skilled and competent in independently performing all scopes of pediatric echocardiography may be substituted for the ARDMS.
• Current Basic Life Support required;
Advanced Cardio Life Support preferred. Your

Job Responsibilities:

• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for your professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team Methodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification.

We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center – Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. 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:

• Magnet®-designated hospital
• 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
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Level III Trauma Center

Keywords:

echocardiography, diagnostic medical sonographer, ARDMS certification, cardiac ultrasound, pediatric echo, patient care, hospital sonographer, basic life support, advanced cardio life support, medical imaging