Cardiac Sonography - $33-54 per hour

Company: Memorial Hermann Health System
Location: Houston
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Cardiac Sonography for a job in Houston, Texas.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Sonography
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Permanent
  At Memorial Hermann, we're about creating exceptional experiences for both our patients and our employees. Our goal is to provide opportunities for our diverse employee population that develop and grow careers in a team-oriented environment focused on patient care.Every employee, at every level, begins their journey at Memorial Hermann learning about the history of the organization and its established culture built on trust and integrity. Our employees drive this culture, and we want you to be a part of it.Job SummaryThis position performs ultrasound procedures to be used by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.Job DescriptionMHMG Comprehensive Heart CareMinimum QualificationsEducation: Graduate of an accredited school of Cardiac Sonography Technology, Radiologic Technology, or Sonography Technology, preferredLicense/Certification:
  • Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support, required
  • One (1) of the following required:
  • Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International or
  • Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International or
  • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
    • Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions
    • Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of "we advance health" through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.Principal Accountabilities
      • Performs echocardiogram tests on patients: Prepares patients for the test, explains test, positions patients for the test, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the images.
      • Enters and monitors patient data
      • Demonstrates excellent customer service skills and escalates issues appropriately.
      • Performs quality assurance on the equipment. May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation
      • Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to the Supervisor/Manager
      • Participates in performance improvement activities established by the department.
      • Takes emergency call within the department.
      • Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
      • Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
      • Other duties as assigned. Memorial Hermann Health System Job ID #10276_997597336. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation). Posted job title: Cardiac Sonographer- FT DaysAbout Memorial Hermann Health SystemCompany Overview:Charting a better future. A future that's built upon the HEALTH of our community. This is the driving force for Memorial Hermann, redefining health care for the individuals and many diverse populations we serve. Our 6,100 affiliated physicians and 29,000 employees practice the highest standards of safe, evidence-based, quality care to provide a personalized and outcome-oriented experience across our more than 270 care delivery sites. As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an award-winning and nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization, 17* hospitals and numerous specialty programs and services conveniently located throughout the Greater Houston area. Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers and serves as the primary teaching hospital for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. For more than 114 years, our focus has been the best interest of our community, contributing more than $411 million annually through school-based health centers and other community benefit programs. Now and for generations to come, the health of our community will be at the center of what we do - charting a better future for all.
        *Memorial Hermann Health System owns and operates 14 hospitals and has joint ventures with three other hospital facilities, including Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood and Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital-Katy.
        Our MissionMemorial Hermann Health System is a non-profit, values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving health.
        Our VisionTo create healthier communities, now and for generations to come.
        Our ValuesCommunity: We value diversity and inclusion and commit to being the best healthcare provider, employer and partner.Compassion: We understand our privileged role in people's lives and care for everyone with kindness and respect.Credibility: We conduct ourselves and our business responsibly and prioritize safety, quality and service when making decisions.Courage: We act bravely to innovate and achieve world-class experience and outcomes for patients, consumers, partners and the community.Benefits
        • Dental benefits
        • Vision benefits
        • Employee assistance programs
        • 403b retirement plan
        • Health Care FSA
        • Dependent Care FSA
        • School loan reimbursement

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