Cardiovascular Sonographer

UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. About the Role The Cardiovascular Sonographer I/II/III performs a variety of cardiovascular diagnostic procedures on adult patients, producing high-quality images to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patients. This position prepares patients for examinations, explains procedures, selects appropriate imaging techniques, monitors relevant patient information and vital signs, and ensures the technical quality of images. The Cardiovascular Sonographer also supports efficient patient flow and the delivery of quality services within the cardiology department while maintaining established safety, environmental, and infection control standards. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and staying current with advancements in cardiovascular imaging through continuing education. Candidates may be considered for the Cardiovascular Sonographer I, II, or III level based on qualifications and experience. ARDMS – Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), ARRT – Registered Technologist in Vascular Sonography [RT(VS)], and/or CCI – Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) are preferred. The Cardiovascular Sonographer I will perform a variety of cardiovascular procedures to produce images for physicians' use in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Responsibilities Performs a variety of cardiovascular diagnostic procedures on adult patients, producing high-quality images to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patients. Prepares patients for examinations and tests. Explains procedures and processes to patients. Selects appropriate and suitable imaging techniques. Monitors relevant patient information, health history, and vital signs relevant to the exam being conducted. Ensures the technical quality of images. Supports efficient patient flow and ensures the delivery of quality services in the cardiology department. Maintains established safety, environmental, and infection control standards and procedures for the department. Attends continuing education opportunities to stay abreast of technological advances. Must be able to respond to emergency situations. Position may require travel to other UT Physicians/UT Health clinic locations. Performs other duties as assigned. Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects. This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4. Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. Qualifications Qualifications - External Minimum Education: Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) in Cardiac Sonography Technology, Radiologic Technology, or Sonography Technology by an accredited or approved education program required. Required Skills Certification/Skills: Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal forms. Knowledge of patient rights and laws relative to those rights, such as HIPAA. Proficiency in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail. Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) required. Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required or Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required. Preferred Skills Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred. Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr