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Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (Casual Appointment)

Galveston, Texas, United States

Patient Care

UTMB Health

Requisition # 2501989

Minimum Qualifications:

High school or equivalent and at least two (2) years of experience in hospital or outpatient environment. Completion of a cardiovascular training program. Certified as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Registry in Vascular Sonography (RVT or RVS) by ARDMS or CCI.

Job Summary:

Under limited supervision, provides advanced technical skills in the performance of non-invasive tests used in the diagnosis and treatment of vascular and cardiac disease. Responsibilities include performing a full range of non-invasive vascular and cardiac tests and related duties in patient care.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

- Operates ultrasound equipment for data acquisition, documentation of images and performs

quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images.

- Acquires, records, analyzes and presents patient examinations to include non-invasive

cardiac and vascular testing, transesophageal procedures, utilization of contrast for cardiac

echo as required by laboratory protocol and physician order.

- Determines the most appropriate testing techniques for a patient in order to obtain the

optimal information desired by the attending physician to answer clinical questions.

- Prepares a summary of technical findings for interpretation by the physician.

- Applies the profession’s code of ethics in all aspects of practice and maintains a high

standard of medical ethics at all times.

- Performs diagnostic testing and care of patients according to their age As defined below:

o Respects privacy and confidentiality.

o Facilitates maintenance of body image.

o Recognizes abuse/neglect potential.

o Takes appropriate fall precautions.

o Recognizes increased potential for adverse drug reactions and interactions

o Takes appropriate measures to prevent skin breakdown.

o Makes appropriate provisions for thermoregulation.

o Recognizes abuse/neglect potential

Follows the guidelines set by the laboratory directors for examination of the patient.

- Informs the attending physician of findings in difficult or unusual cases before the patient

leaves the area.

- Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize

productivity.

- Notifies the proper personnel of the need for specific laboratory supplies.

- Responsible for proper record keeping, data storage and retrieval for clinical purposes.

-Collects and maintains statistical data as requested by the Technical Director and assists in

implementation of total quality management program for the Echocardiography/Vascular

Laboratory.

- Practices safety measures in Environment of Care.

- Cares for and maintains echocardiography and vascular laboratory equipment.

- Is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of cardiovascular disease

and new procedures as they evolve.

- Interacts on a daily basis with the Vascular and Echocardiography reading physicians.

- Maintains professional competency through participation in educational activities of the

department and other related training.

- Communicates professionally with internal and external customers.

- Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.

MARGINAL OR PERIODIC JOB FUNCTIONS:

- Performs related duties as required

Salary Range:

Salary to commensurate experience.

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 VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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