Sonographer
Company: Houston Methodist
Location: Conroe
Posted on: May 10, 2022
Job Description:
The Echo Sonographer II is an experienced and fully competent
sonographer who performs a variety of routine to complex
echocardiograms including but not limited to Transthorasic
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. 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). Locates,
evaluates and records pertinent anatomical, pathological and
functional data while using different systems of ultrasound
equipment. Transmits exam to compatible DICOM storage applications,
process preliminary technical data in designated interpreting
system, and communicates any significant findings to the attending
reading physician. Actively participates in unit-based or system
quality and compliance initiatives. This job requires availability
to be on call. Requirements: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES PEOPLE -
30%
- 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. (EF)
- Assists with training new staff members and mentoring clinical
students, to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and
abilities.SERVICE - 20%
- 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). (EF)
- Provides care for the physical needs of patients when
conducting the cardiac echo studies. As well as, 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. (EF)
- 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
- 30%
- 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. (EF)
- 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. (EF)
- Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly
practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection
control procedures. Complies with job, departmental and hospital
safety standards, practices and policies. (EF)
- 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. (EF)
- Assists with implementation and education of departmental based
safety initiatives and standards of practice.FINANCE - 10%
- Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient
procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered, when
applicable. (EF)
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks.GROWTH/INNOVATION - 10%
- 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.
- Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by
engaging students and co-workers in learning opportunities that are
valuable and in alignment with business objectives. 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. Qualifications: EDUCATION
REQUIREMENTS Graduate of education program approved by the
credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 3 years experience as a Cardiac/Echo
Sonographer; may consider HM Echo Sonographer with at least two
years experience at least one of which is as an Echo Sonographer
with HM. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED American
Heart Association BLS Must have one of the following credentials:
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from American
Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Registered
Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac
Sonographer (RCCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International
(CCI) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
- 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. Company Profile: Houston Methodist The Woodlands opened
in 2017 as the eighth hospital in the Houston Methodist system.
This 187-bed, 470,000-square-foot, full-service, acute care
hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital
in the Texas Medical Center. Also on the $380 million hospital
campus, located at the intersection of I-45 and TX 242, is a
medical office building, which opened in 2016. Medical Office
Building 1 includes a breast care center, cancer center & infusion
center, orthopedics & sports medicine, rehabilitation services,
wellness services, and an outpatient laboratory in addition to
multi-specialty physician practices. A second medical office
building and 785-car parking garage opened in 2018.
Keywords: Houston Methodist, Conroe , Sonographer, Healthcare , Conroe, Texas
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