Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer I - Galveston

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications:
• High school or equivalent
• Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited ultrasound program
• 0+ years of experience

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS
• American Heart Association (BLS)
Any one of the following:
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic
Sonography (ARDMS)
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Or Registry eligible and attain certification within one year of hire

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer I position works under supervision to complete and assist with a
variety of diagnostic Echocardiography procedures. The Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer I position
delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to Echocardiography exam standards and guidelines
established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Responsible for acquisition, recording, analysis, presentation and charging of patient
examinations, to include transthoracic and stress procedures.
o Inpatient sonographers responsible for knowledge of and assisting physicians with
transesophageal procedures and maintaining proper sterile techniques.
• Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include,
Hospital/Cardiology Information Systems and Office software.
• Proactive in responding to patient needs and utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and
address patient reactions (i.e., contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes, as
appropriate.
• Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards of practice, policies, and
targets/initiatives for quality and safety.
• Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety
reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.
• Cares for and maintains Echocardiography equipment.
• Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.