PRN Cardiac Sonographer The Woodlands

Memorial Hermann Health System•The Woodlands, TX

19d

About The Position

This position performs echocardiograms to evaluate different aspects of the heart for physicians to use in diagnosing and treating patients. The role is PRN at The Woodlands, with a schedule of Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 a.m., every four weeks.

Requirements

Certification in Basic or Advanced Life Support is required.
One of the following is required: Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International; Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International; or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through ARDMS.
Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others to perform job functions.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an accredited school of Cardiac Sonography Technology, Radiologic Technology, or Sonography Technology is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform echocardiograms, including preparing and positioning patients, explaining the test, selecting appropriate imaging techniques, and ensuring the technical quality of images.
Enter and monitor patient data.
Provide excellent customer service and escalate issues appropriately.
Perform equipment quality assurance and assist with initial and renewal applications for ACR and other accreditation as needed.
Identify and report accidents, complaints, and equipment malfunctions to the Supervisor/Manager.
Participate in departmental performance improvement activities.
Take emergency call within the department.
Ensure safe care for patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards for time, supplies, productivity, and service quality.
Maintain professional growth by completing mandatory and continuing education and skills competency requirements.
Support department goals and serve as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
Provide safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences for patients and colleagues.
Perform other duties as assigned.