Cardiac Sonographer
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Woodway
Posted on: February 9, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description JOB SUMMARY The Cardiac Sonographer 1 performs
basic to intermediate cardiac ultrasound services and procedures
for adult patients such as transthoracic, transesophageal and
stress, used to diagnose and assess cardiac abnormalities. General
duties include preparing equipment, prepping patients and
explaining procedures, reviewing the images, report findings,
analyzing patient clinical history in order to identify the purpose
of the examination, framing the clinical question that the
examination is intended to answer, and expanding the examination as
necessary to answer the clinical questions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF
THE ROLE Performs basic to advanced cardiac ultrasound procedures
utilizing a variety of equipment and techniques, and makes the
necessary measurements required for the interpretation to obtain
accurate, high quality results. Identifies and defines cardiac
abnormalities and extends the scope of the examination
appropriately, deviating from standard techniques when necessary
and correlating invasive and noninvasive cardiac diagnostic test
results with cardiac anatomy and function. May assist physicians in
the procedure rooms and operating rooms by performing
echocardiograph studies to aid them in proceeding with complex
procedures to decrease risk factors. Assists in performing
transesophageal studies with cardiologist, calculating appropriate
measurements and sterilizes probe. Prepare patients for procedures
and obtains clinical history from the patient including cardiac
related physical findings and pertinent laboratory data in order to
adapt the imaging techniques to obtain comprehensive and diagnostic
echocardiograms to alleviate the probability of erroneous clinical
interpretation of the echocardiogram. Records statistics and
performs daily maintenance of the Echocardiography Lab and its
equipment, reporting all malfunctions as appropriate. Acts as a
resource to other staff, physicians and students regarding
equipment, techniques, procedures and studies to optimize patient
care. Works closely with cardiac sonographer quality coordinator to
ensure quality processes and protocols are adhered to, and assists
with IAC accreditation activities as delegated. Implements
protocols as new technology evolves, and ensures system
echocardiography standards are implemented and adhered to. KEY
SUCCESS FACTORS Knowledge and ability to apply complex sonographic
principles, instrumentation and techniques. Knowledge of cardiac
anatomy and physiology. Ability explaining the purpose of the
echocardiographic examination to the patient and answering
patients' questions. Knowledge of approved clinical protocols for
each type of cardiovascular ultrasound examinations. Knowledge of
proper infection control, including precautionary procedures.
Knowledge of relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality and
privacy. Ability to interact and communicate effectively, both
orally and in writing, with healthcare providers, including other
sonographers, physicians, and nurses. Knowledge of medical
terminology. Skilled utilization of computers and medical
equipment. BENEFITS Our competitive benefits package includes the
following - Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits -
401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% - Tuition
Reimbursement - PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary
based upon position type and/or level QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION -
Grad of an Accredited Program or 2 years of work experience above
the minimum qualification - EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of
Experience - CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Basic Life
Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Reg Diag Cardiac Sonographer
(RDCS): Must have one of the following within 6 months of
hire/transfer. RDCS through ARDMS or RCS through CCI.
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, Carrollton , Cardiac Sonographer, Healthcare , Woodway, Texas
