Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer II - Clear Lake

Job Description

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications :

• High school or equivalent
• Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited ultrasound program
• 3+ years of experience in Echo Sonography

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

Any one of the following :

Sonography (ARDMS)

Addendum for Pediatric Sonographers :

Sonography (ARDMS)

(CCI)

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer II position works independently to complete a variety of routine

diagnostic Echocardiography procedures. This position provides direct assistance to physicians with

routine diagnostic and advanced Echocardiography procedures. The Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer II

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. This

position serves as a mentor and trainer to students, new hires, and fellows.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

include transthoracic, stress, may also include interventional and echo stress.

o Inpatient sonographers responsible for knowledge of and assisting physicians with

transesophageal procedures, minor interventional procedures and maintaining proper

sterile techniques.

includes positioning, physiology, procedure preparation and technical factors.

Hospital / Cardiology Information Systems and Office software.

address patient reactions (i.e., contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes, as

appropriate.

targets / initiatives for quality and safety.

reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.

time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.

perform the essential functions of this job, especially regarding activities impacting patient or

employee safety or security.

a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language

principles.

and patient care situations. Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical

skills.

assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers.

Addendum for Pediatric Sonographers :

using multiple echocardiography system and accessories appropriate to the patient’s specific

diagnosis, age, height, and weight.

differentiating artifacts from appropriate images, recognizing the limitations of the equipment,

and utilizing knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

defects and demonstrate the ability to tailor the exam based on the type of defect and clinical

signs and symptoms present.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.