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Summary:
We are searching for an ECHO Sonographer II — someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform independent echocardiographic exams on patients who range in age from neonates to adults.
Think you’ve got what it takes?
Qualifications:
• Being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including any booster dose(s) of the COVID-19 vaccine recommended by the Centers for Disease Control when eligible, is required for all employees at Texas Children’s unless approved for a medical or religious exemption. • Bachelor’s degree in biological science or technical diploma from school of ultrasound • Certified Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer from American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or • Certified Registered Cardiac Sonographer from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or • Certified Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or • Certified Canada Regulatory Cardiac Sonographer from Sonography Canada • 1 year of experience as an ECHO Sonographer in a pediatric environment • Knowledge of echocardiographic procedures • Ability to learn ultrasound equipment with specialized Cardiology software and operate at a basic level the following equipment: blood pressure monitor and pulse oximeter, and desktop computer
Responsibilities:
• Performs high-quality normal and complex echocardiographic exams enabling the cardiology staff to make accurate diagnoses of various congenital and acquired pediatric heart abnormalities • Assists and participates with technical echocardiographic training/instruction of technologists, Pediatric Fellows, and visitors on an ongoing schedule • Performs daily operational maintenance of the Echo Lab supplies and equipment, ensuring that all supplies and equipment are checked for deficiencies and are safe for operation • Works with departmental staff and other health care professions to ensure high-quality patient care
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