Multicredentialed Sonographer

Echo Lab Sonographer

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Temple is growing and we have full-time opportunities available with a $10,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

Primary responsibility will be performing vascular studies with occasional echocardiograms.

Schedule: The hours of operation for ECHO are variable Must be available from 7:30a 5pm - Must be flexible to work extended hours when needed. Call: On call, which includes weekends and holidays. Weekend starts at 5:30pm on Friday and ends at 7:00am on Monday Must be present/on-site within 1 hour of call. Travel: 1-2 times a month, rotational - occasionally we travel with a portable ultrasound machine to a continuing care facility across town to perform echoes. Registry: Multi-credentialed sonographers must have 2 credentials: RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer through (CCI), or RDCS Reg Diag Cardiac Sonographer through (ARDMS) AND RVT or RVS. Education: Graduate of an accredited Technical or Associates degree program in Radiology and (2) years' professional experience with intermediate level echocardiography or vascular skills. Desired skills: MUST BE proficient in transthoracic echocardiography. Teach and share knowledge base with both fellows team members as well as participate in training Cardiology Fellows, and students during clinical rotations, familiarity with Philips iE33/EPIQ systems

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Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401 (k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

  Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

The multi-modality sonographer performs basic to advanced ultrasound services. These may include abdominal, Ob/Gyn, cardiac, vascular, musculoskeletal, and small parts. This position examines the patient's clinical history to identify the examination's purpose. It frames the clinical questions the examination should answer and expands the examination as needed.

Essential functions of the role:

• Perform multiple modality ultrasound procedures using various equipment and techniques. Make necessary measurements for accurate, high-quality results.
• Identifies and defines abnormalities specific to the procedure. Extends the examination scope appropriately, deviating from standard techniques when necessary. Correlates other diagnostic test results with anatomy and function. Utilizes appropriate protection measures during procedures.
• May assist physicians in procedure and operating rooms by performing ultrasound studies. This aids in complex procedures to decrease risk factors.
• Prepares patients for procedures and obtains clinical history, including physical findings and lab data. Fits imaging techniques for comprehensive exams to avoid errors. Explains the purpose of the ultrasound examination to the patient and answers questions.
• Records statistics and performs daily maintenance of the ultrasound Lab and its equipment, reporting all malfunctions as appropriate.
• Acts as a resource to other staff, physicians and students regarding equipment, techniques, procedures and studies to optimize patient care.
• Works closely with the ultrasound team to ensure quality processes and adherence to protocols. Assists with unit or organization accreditation activities as delegated.
• Implements protocols as new technology evolves, and ensures implementation and adherence to system standards.
• Assures operation of equipment by performing quality checks following manufacturer's recommendations and troubleshooting equipment as required.

Key success factors:

• Must be familiar with approved clinical protocols for each type of ultrasound examination to be performed.
• Must meet all qualifications for any two of these modalities: Ob/Gyn, cardiac, vascular, musculoskeletal, or small parts. Work a minimum of 25% of the time in the second modality. Pediatric and adult scopes are studied as separate specialties by certification.
• Knowledge and ability to apply complex sonographic methods, instrumentation and techniques.
• Knowledge of relevant anatomy and physiology for each different specialty.
• Knowledge of proper infection control, including precautionary procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with healthcare providers, including other sonographers, physicians and nurses.
• Skilled in the utilization of computers and medical equipment.

Qualifications:

• Education - Grad of an Accredited Program or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
• Experience - 2 Years of Experience

Certification/License/Registration:

• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Must have TWO of the following: Adv Cardiac Sonographer (ACS), ARRT-S Sonography (ARRT-S), ARRT-VI Interventional Rad (ARRT-VI), Musculoskeletal Sonography (MSK), Reg Congenital Cardiac Sono (RCCS), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Reg Diag Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Ped. Echocardiography (PE) (RDCS-PE), Reg Diag Med Sono-Abdomen (AB) (RDMS-AB), Reg Diag Med Sono-Breast (BR) (RDMS-BR), RDMS Fetal Echocardiography (RDMS-FE), Reg Diag Med Sono-OB/GYN (OB) (RDMS-OB), RDMS-Pediatric Sonography (PS) (RDMS-PS), Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS), Registered Vascular Tech (RVT):