III- CV Surgery

UTHealth Houston•, TX

About The Position

The Cardiovascular Sonographer I/II/III performs cardiovascular diagnostic procedures on adult patients and produces high-quality images to support physician diagnosis and treatment. The role prepares patients for examinations, explains procedures, selects appropriate imaging techniques, monitors relevant patient information and vital signs, and ensures technical image quality. It also supports patient flow and quality services in the cardiology department while maintaining safety, environmental, and infection-control standards. Candidates may be considered for level I, II, or III based on their qualifications and experience. The position may require travel to other UT Physicians/UT Health clinic locations, and employees must permanently reside and work in Texas. The ideal candidate provides patient-centered care and stays current with cardiovascular imaging advances through continuing education.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of patient rights and laws related to those rights, including HIPAA.
Proficiency in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential from ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential from CCI.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s), in Cardiac Sonography Technology, Radiologic Technology, or Sonography Technology, from an accredited or approved education program.
Must permanently reside and work in Texas.
Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) credential from ARDMS.
Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) credential from CCI.
Registered Technologist in Vascular Sonography [RT(VS)] credential from ARRT.
Continuing education and a commitment to staying current with advances in cardiovascular imaging.

Responsibilities

Perform cardiovascular procedures on adult patients, prepare patients for tests, explain the process, select suitable imaging techniques, and ensure the technical quality of images.
Assist in maintaining proper patient flow and delivering quality services in the cardiology department.
Enter and monitor patient data, health history, and vital signs relevant to the examination.
Maintain departmental safety, environmental, and infection-control procedures.
Attend continuing education opportunities to stay current with technological advances.
Respond to emergency situations.
Travel to other UT Physicians/UT Health clinic locations if required.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees.
Generous time off, including holidays, a preventative leave day, vacation, and sick time, totaling approximately 37–38 days per year.
Increasing vacation accrual with length of service.
Longevity pay through monthly payments after two years of service.
Retirement/pension plan.
Free financial and legal counseling.
Free mental health counseling services.
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
Employee discounts, including entertainment, car rentals, and cell phones.
Resources for child and elder care.