Echocardiogram Technician-Corpus Christi Specialty Cardiology
Christus Health
Corpus Christi, TX
28 days ago
Job Description
Description
Summary:
This subspecialty position is responsible for performing standard and complex congenital echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, and assists physicians with trans esophageal echocardiograms (TEE’s). The patient population ranges from newborn to young adults. The echo sonographers must be skilled in working with pediatric patients with a wide variety of complex medical and psychosocial conditions. Must have patience and compassion to work with patients who may be ill or frightened. Must be technology-minded, detail-oriented and able to follow precise directions. Depending on department need may be asked to perform 12 and 15 lead ECG’s, holter monitor hookup, cardiac event monitor hookup, and cardiac exercise treadmill testing
Responsibilities:
• Provides physical and developmental age appropriate care for all age groups ranging from neonate to adults with or without congenital defects • This includes implementation of safety measures and selection of appropriate equipment and supplies depending on the physical and developmental age • Must be able to learn and adapt to a verity of echo equipment, software, and protocols
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology preferred. Two years of experience in the cardiology field preferred. Experience with stress testing is preferred. BLS Required. DCS, RCS, RDMS through ARDMS or CCI preferred.