Echo Sonographer- JPS Main- Nights

JPS Health Network•Fort Worth, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Echo Sonographer I-IV performs advanced diagnostic ultrasound examinations, including 2-D echocardiography, color flow, and Echo Doppler procedures on patients as prescribed by a medical provider. The role performs routine assignments using established procedures and applies technical training and knowledge of practices and procedures in cardiac imaging. Sonographers develop competence through structured work assignments and guidance from others, and may assist with intra-operative and interventional procedures as needed. The position is based at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas, and works nights, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The job description notes that duties are not all-inclusive and may change, and that staff may be assigned other duties.

Requirements

Completion of a program or training with specialization in Cardiac Imaging.
Current registration with ARDMS or CCI in echocardiography.
BLS certification from an AHA- or ARC-accredited course by the first day of employment.
Relevant work experience for the assigned level: Echo Sonographer I, 0–1.99 years; II, 2–4.99 years; III, 5–9.99 years; or IV, 10 or more years.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a CAAHEP- or ARDMS-approved ultrasound school, or equivalent.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Training in pediatric echocardiography.
TEE experience or knowledge.

Responsibilities

Perform 2-D echocardiography, color flow, and Echo Doppler procedures on patients.
Assist the Cardiologist or designee and other staff with trans-esophageal echo procedures and stress echocardiography.
Perform procedures as ordered and obtain images according to written protocols.
Position patients appropriately using immobilization and protective equipment as directed by the provider.
Organize and accurately perform established procedure steps in the proper sequence.
Review, manipulate, and evaluate images to deliver high-quality diagnostic images, including required post-processing at remote workstations.
View sonograms and adjust equipment to obtain images, including color distinctions, and distinguish audible sounds.
Perform and document equipment quality control according to manufacturer guidelines or department protocols, recognize abnormal results, and take appropriate action.
Report equipment problems and failures to Bio-Medical or the Manager.
Ensure patient care is timely; identify patient orders and help prevent treatment or procedure delays to maintain service.
Complete documentation according to current standards, policies, and procedures, including required forms and EMR documentation for pre-, intra-, and post-procedural assessments, medication administration, and progress notes.
Maintain a safe, clean exam-room environment with the supplies needed for studies and procedures.
Use PACS, EMR, and other software related to job responsibilities.
Participate in equitable distribution of departmental workloads.
Assist with intra-operative and interventional procedures as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.