Echo Vascular Sonographer- JPS Main- Days

Who We Are

JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.

Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance

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Job Title

Echo Vascular Sonographer- JPS Main- Days

Requisition Number

38829

Employment Type

Full Time

Division

CLINICAL/PROF SERVICES - RADIOLOGY

Compensation Type

Hourly

Job Category

Allied Health

Hours Worked

F, Sat, Sun

Location:

John Peter Smith Hospital

Shift Worked

Day

Job Description

Job Summary: The Echo Cardiovascular Sonographer I-IV performs complex 2-D echocardiography, color flow and echo doppler procedures along with performing complex lower, upper venous and arterial procedures carotid dopplers and lower segmental pressures on all patients as prescribed by the medical provider.

Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities

• Performs procedures as ordered and obtains images according to written protocols.
• Assists the Cardiologist or designee along with other staff in stress echocardiography and transesophageal echo procedures.
• Performs complex lower and upper venous and arterial procedures along with lower segmental pressures, carotid doppler and vein mapping.
• Positions and immobilizes patient on exam table and observes during scan under direction of physician. Monitors video display of area being scanned and adjusts density or contrast to improve picture quality. Reviews and evaluates computer generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
• Views sonograms, adjusts equipment to obtain images, including color distinctions and distinguishes audible sounds.
• Organizes and accurately performs the individual steps in the sonographic procedure in the proper sequence.
• Performs and documents quality control on equipment according to manufacture guidelines or department protocols; recognizes and takes appropriate action for abnormal results. Reports equipment problems and failures to Bio-Medical or Manager.
• Ensures a safe and clean environment with all the necessary supplies needed to perform studies and procedures in exam room.
• Understands and uses Picture Archival Computer System (PACS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and other software related to job responsibilities.
• Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads.
• Ability to work in variable environments and locations.
• Performs routine assignments using existing procedures, and has conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a discipline, typically acquired through technical training.
• Develops competence by performing structured work assignments, and receiving instruction, guidance, and direction from others.
• Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to complete all job duties and functions of the role with or without assistive/adaptive devices, and/or reasonable accommodations.
• Work environments may differ based on job functions and location. Work is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a related field of study from an accredited college or university, or Graduate from CAAHEP approved Ultrasound school, or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) by first day of employment is required.
• Current Dual Registry in Echocardiography and Vascular Sonography.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Renal Doppler Training.
• Pediatric echocardiography.
• Ablation training/knowledge.
• TEE experience/knowledge.
• Segmental pressure experience/knowledge.
  
  

Location Address:

1500 S. Main Street

Fort Worth, Texas, 76104

United States