PHS Cardiology Sonographer I

Children's Health • Dallas, TX

27d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for using sonography equipment to produce quality diagnostic echocardiography to ensure optimal patient care. Typically works under the direction of or in partnership with Sonographer II or attending cardiologist).

Requirements

• Two-year Associate's degree or equivalent experience Required
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements Required
• Must be Certified in Pediatric Echo by ARDMS or CCI within 24 months of employment (ARDMS is preferred over CCI) Required.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year job related experience Preferred
• Certified in 1 one of the following: Fetal, Adult, Vascular Preferred
• Certified in the following: Pediatric Preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs inpatient and outpatient diagnostic cardiac sonograms in accordance with the American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) guidelines for digital image acquisition.
• Responsible for performing and archiving calculations for reporting of all pediatric ultrasound imaging.
• Performs complete studies on new patients per the ASE for congenital heart patients; downloads studies and provides calculations for reports per guidelines.
• Assist in performing Transesophegeal Echocardiograms
• Assist in Research studies when appropriate.
• Must be Certified in Pediatric Echo by ARDMS or CCI within first year of employment

Benefits

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree