Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer - Houston, United States - TalentWell

Description

TalentWell is partnering with a prestigious Children's Hospital in Houston, TX. We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer to join their renowned Heart Center. If you have a passion for providing exceptional patient care and are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of pediatric patients with complex cardiac conditions, we want to hear from you

Schedule:

• Full-time: Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
• Some on-call duty required

Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer - Echocardiography Specialist - Key Responsibilities

• Performs echocardiogram tests on patients: Prepares patients for the test, explains test, positions patients for the test, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the images.
• Enters and monitors patient data
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills and escalates issues appropriately.
• Performs quality assurance on the equipment. May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation
• Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to the Supervisor/Manager
• Participates in performance improvement activities established by the department.
• Takes emergency call within the department.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Cardiac Sonography Technology, Radiologic Technology, or Sonography Technology (preferred)
• Certification: Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support (required)
• One (1) of the following certifications required:
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)

Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer Experience and Skills:

• Pediatric echo experience (required)
• Hospital experience strongly preferred, with a focus on radiology, imaging, and ultrasound
• Ability to lift and maneuver patients in conjunction with others
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to escalate issues appropriately
• Proficient in performing echocardiogram tests using ultrasound technology, ensuring technical quality of images
• Experience with ultrasound equipment quality assurance and accreditation processes
• Strong commitment to patient safety and adherence to policies and procedures
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and development through mandatory/continuing education
• Ability to work collaboratively as a mentor and resource to less experienced staff

TalentWell Health and Science

TalentWell is a national recruitment firm with headquarters located in Houston Texas. We specialize in contract-to-hire and permanent placement positions across several industries including oil & gas, manufacturing, and healthcare. We offer all of our employee's excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans. TalentWell is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce.

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