Cardiac Sonographer

Job Summary

Ascension is seeking a skilled Cardiac Sonographer to join our team at Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas. As a key member of our Sonography/Echocardiography department, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with accepted protocols.

Responsibilities

* Perform routine and complex studies and assists in a variety of imaging procedures.
* Recognize significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
* Position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
* Ensure all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
* Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and document sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).

Requirements

* Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
* One or more of the following required: Cardiac Sonographer specializing in Adult Echo credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Advanced Pediatric Echocardiography Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer-Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS-PE) or Fetal Echocardiography Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer-Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS-FE) also accepted.
* Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

About Ascension

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.