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Job ID: nr2y1hztgl8p
Employment Type: Full-Time
Relocation Assistance Available: Partial
Bonus: Relocation bonus available based on mileage of relocation
Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Our Award-Winning Client, a renowned healthcare provider and one of the busiest trauma centers in the U.S., is seeking a skilled Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer to join their team at Award-Winning Client, Houston, TX. With an impressive reputation in pediatric cardiology and heart surgery, this client provides comprehensive care for children with congenital heart conditions, utilizing advanced technology and innovative treatments.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced sonographers to contribute to a world-class institution recognized for its quality outcomes, specialized care, and continuous educational opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform pediatric congenital echocardiograms, ensuring patient safety and comfort while following departmental procedures.
- Collaborate with physicians to analyze patient histories, interpret diagnostic findings, and contribute to treatment planning.
- Demonstrate proficiency in multiple echocardiogram modalities and assist with pre/post-procedures.
- Provide preliminary findings to cardiologists, including detailed measurements and comparisons with prior studies.
- Assist in onboarding and educating new sonographers, ensuring seamless integration into the department.
- Ensure equipment maintenance, quality assurance, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance.
- Participate in departmental meetings, quality improvement activities, and call schedules.
- Promote continuous professional growth and development by participating in mandatory continuing education programs.
Required Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited sonography or cardiac sonography program.
- Certification in Basic or Advanced Life Support (BLS/ACLS).
- One of the following certifications required:
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International
- Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International
- Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
- For those with RCS or RDCS AE, RCCS or RDCS PE must be obtained within 18 months of employment.
- Must have either experience or training in Pediatric scans specifically (No new grads or candidates that have not scanned Peds)
Preferred Qualifications:
- BLS certification from AHA.
- Experience in pediatric cardiac care, especially with complex heart conditions and post-surgery patients.
Employee Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance packages for employees and their families.
- Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for continuing education.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Paid time off (PTO), sick leave, and paid holidays.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities within a nationally recognized institution.
Job ID: nr2y1hztgl8p
Note: Resumes will be maintained in strict confidentiality until such time as we engage in a detailed discussion regarding a specific opportunity, and both parties mutually agree to proceed. We consistently receive new opportunities every day. Should your professional background closely align with the specific requirements of our client, we will promptly reach out to you to initiate further exploration of potential opportunities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $135,200.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- Our Award-Winning Client has a no tobacco policy and will test for tobacco during onboarding, do you wish to proceed?
- Our Award-Winning Client requires the flu vaccine or you can request a medical or religious exemption, do you wish to proceed?
- What locations in the USA or states are you interested in?
- nr2y1hztgl8p What type of compensation is desired for a new position?
Experience:
- Recent Pediatric scans specifically: 1 year (Required)
- Recent Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Graduate of a sonography program (Required)
- RCS, RCCS, RDCS, or RDCS PE (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Houston, TX 77084 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Houston, TX 77084: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $135,200
