Cardiac Sonographer 2

Baylor Scott & White Health - Austin, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Austin, TX

Hospitals

About the position

The Cardiac Sonographer 2 is responsible for performing a range of cardiac ultrasound services and procedures for adult patients, including transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiograms. This role involves preparing patients, operating ultrasound equipment, analyzing clinical histories, and ensuring high-quality diagnostic results to assist in the diagnosis and assessment of cardiac abnormalities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures and obtain clinical history including cardiac-related physical findings and pertinent laboratory data.
• Perform basic to advanced cardiac ultrasound procedures utilizing various equipment and techniques, ensuring accurate measurements for interpretation.
• Identify and define cardiac abnormalities, extending the examination scope as necessary and correlating test results with cardiac anatomy and function.
• Assist physicians in procedure rooms and operating rooms by performing echocardiograph studies to aid in complex procedures.
• Assist in performing transesophageal studies with cardiologists, calculating appropriate measurements and sterilizing probes.
• Record statistics and perform daily maintenance of the Echocardiography Lab and its equipment, reporting malfunctions as appropriate.
• Act as a resource to other staff, physicians, and students regarding equipment, techniques, procedures, and studies to optimize patient care.
• Work closely with the cardiac sonographer quality coordinator to ensure adherence to quality processes and protocols, assisting with ICAEL accreditation activities as delegated.
• Implement protocols as new technology evolves, ensuring adherence to system echocardiography standards.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• Less than 1 year of experience in a related field.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification at the time of hire/transfer.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to explain the purpose of echocardiographic examinations to patients and answer their questions.
• Knowledge of approved clinical protocols for cardiovascular ultrasound examinations.
• Knowledge of proper infection control procedures and relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1