Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer I - Galveston

Education & experience

Minimum Qualifications

• High school or equivalent
• Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited ultrasound program
• 0+ years of experience

• Licenses, registrations or certifications
• American Heart Association (BLS) Any one of the following:
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (ARDMS)
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Or Registry eligible and attain certification within one year of hire

Job Description

The Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer I position works under supervision to complete and assist with a variety of diagnostic Echocardiography procedures. The Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to Echocardiography exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.

• Essential job functions
• Responsible for acquisition, recording, analysis, presentation and charging of patient examinations, to include transthoracic and stress procedures. o Inpatient sonographers responsible for knowledge of and assisting physicians with transesophageal procedures and maintaining proper sterile techniques.
• Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital/Cardiology Information Systems and Office software.
• Proactive in responding to patient needs and utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and address patient reactions (i.e., contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes, as appropriate.
• Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards of practice, policies, and targets/initiatives for quality and safety.
• Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.
• Cares for and maintains Echocardiography equipment.
• Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.

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