Cardiovascular Sonographer - Centerwell - East Houston - CenterWell
Houston, TX
About the Job
Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first
The Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. Responsible for equipment maintenance, reporting equipment malfunctions and quality assessment. The sonographer maintains a high level of professionalism in standard of care, patient contact, patient confidentiality and a high standard of medical ethics. The sonographer will be self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, diseases and new procedures as they evolve.
Responsibilities:
Performs clinical assessment and Cardiac sonography examinations for requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the provider(s). Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings. Addresses problems with patients as they arise and makes decisions appropriately to resolve the problems. Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate provider. Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring provider(s) when required, according to established procedures. Assists in coordination of work schedule with leader to assure workload coverage with maximizing schedule(s). Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care. Maintains ultrasound equipment, work area and adequate supplies. Reports equipment failures to the appropriate leader. Participates in the maintenance of any laboratory accreditation. Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships with good rapport with all interrelating facilities. Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided. Provide in-service to other staff members as requested by management. Performs other work related duties as assigned.
Job Functions:
+ Ability to interact and communicate effectively - both orally and in writing - with healthcare providers, including other Sonographers, Physicians, and Nurses
+ Must be well-versed in Medical Terminology
+ Capable of explaining the purpose of the Echocardiographic examination to the patient and answering patients' questions
+ Must aware of proper infection control, including precautionary procedures
+ Be familiar with, and in compliance with, relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality and privacy
+ Competent in first aid and certified in Basic Life Support
+ ARDMS and/or CCI certifications are maintained and up to date
+ Performs 2D echo with color flow Doppler exam in ≤ 45 minutes
+ Sonographer consistently demonstrates good judgment with regard to use of echo contrast
+ Consistent patient preparation, including evaluation of requisition or medical record
+ Preparation of exam room, identification of patient, infection control procedures (i.e., Standard Precautions), patient assessment, and instruction concerning the procedure
+ Follows Exam protocol listed in Partners in Integrated Care echo lab guidelines consistently
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
+ Dual Certification in Vascular and Echo
+ Graduate of an accredited of Ultrasound Technology Training at an accredited school
+ ARDMS and/or CCI certifications
+ RDCS and/or RVS
+ Certification as an Ultrasound Technician
+ Must have experience in performing both dobutamine stress and treadmill stress echo
+ Must have good knowledge of Ultrasound equipment and techniques
+ If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB
+ Must be a team player with excellent communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Extensive knowledge in Vascular and Echo
Experience with MS Outlook along with basic computer knowledge
Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required
Additional Information
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Please note: This is a _FLOAT_ position and will require you to work between offices as business needs require. Mileage will be reimbursed for travel between clinics.
Being a part of the CenterWell team gives you benefits that include:
We offer tangible and intangible benefits such as medical, dental and vision benefits, 401k with company matching, tuition reimbursement, weeks of paid vacation time, paid holidays, work-life balance, growth, a positive and fun culture and much more.
Social Security Request Task Notification: Humana values personal identity protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from Humana@myworkday.com with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana's secure website.
Interview Format:
To enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. Modern Hire Text allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information for you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.
If you are selected for a first round interview, you will receive an email correspondence inviting you to participate in a Modern Hire text interview. In this interview, you will read to a set of interview questions and you will provide text responses to each question. You should anticipate this interview to take about 15 minutes. Your text interview will be reviewed and you will subsequently be informed if you will be moving forward to next round of interviews.
Language Proficiency Testing:
Bilingual English/Spanish. Must be able to speak, read and write in both languages without limitations or assistance. See Additional Information on testing. Any Humana associate who speaks with a member in a language other than English must take a language proficiency assessment, provided by an outside vendor, to ensure competency. Applicants will be required to take the Interagency Language Rating (ILR) test as provided by the Federal Government.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.$68,900 - $94,700 per year
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, 'Humana') offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About Us
About CenterWell Senior Primary Care: CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient's well-being.About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation's largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first - for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Centerwell, a wholly owned subsidiary of Humana, complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our full accessibility rights information and language options https://www.partnersinprimarycare.com/accessibility-resources
The Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. Responsible for equipment maintenance, reporting equipment malfunctions and quality assessment. The sonographer maintains a high level of professionalism in standard of care, patient contact, patient confidentiality and a high standard of medical ethics. The sonographer will be self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, diseases and new procedures as they evolve.
Responsibilities:
Performs clinical assessment and Cardiac sonography examinations for requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the provider(s). Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings. Addresses problems with patients as they arise and makes decisions appropriately to resolve the problems. Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate provider. Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring provider(s) when required, according to established procedures. Assists in coordination of work schedule with leader to assure workload coverage with maximizing schedule(s). Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care. Maintains ultrasound equipment, work area and adequate supplies. Reports equipment failures to the appropriate leader. Participates in the maintenance of any laboratory accreditation. Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships with good rapport with all interrelating facilities. Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided. Provide in-service to other staff members as requested by management. Performs other work related duties as assigned.
Job Functions:
+ Ability to interact and communicate effectively - both orally and in writing - with healthcare providers, including other Sonographers, Physicians, and Nurses
+ Must be well-versed in Medical Terminology
+ Capable of explaining the purpose of the Echocardiographic examination to the patient and answering patients' questions
+ Must aware of proper infection control, including precautionary procedures
+ Be familiar with, and in compliance with, relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality and privacy
+ Competent in first aid and certified in Basic Life Support
+ ARDMS and/or CCI certifications are maintained and up to date
+ Performs 2D echo with color flow Doppler exam in ≤ 45 minutes
+ Sonographer consistently demonstrates good judgment with regard to use of echo contrast
+ Consistent patient preparation, including evaluation of requisition or medical record
+ Preparation of exam room, identification of patient, infection control procedures (i.e., Standard Precautions), patient assessment, and instruction concerning the procedure
+ Follows Exam protocol listed in Partners in Integrated Care echo lab guidelines consistently
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
+ Dual Certification in Vascular and Echo
+ Graduate of an accredited of Ultrasound Technology Training at an accredited school
+ ARDMS and/or CCI certifications
+ RDCS and/or RVS
+ Certification as an Ultrasound Technician
+ Must have experience in performing both dobutamine stress and treadmill stress echo
+ Must have good knowledge of Ultrasound equipment and techniques
+ If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB
+ Must be a team player with excellent communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Extensive knowledge in Vascular and Echo
Experience with MS Outlook along with basic computer knowledge
Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required
Additional Information
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Please note: This is a _FLOAT_ position and will require you to work between offices as business needs require. Mileage will be reimbursed for travel between clinics.
Being a part of the CenterWell team gives you benefits that include:
We offer tangible and intangible benefits such as medical, dental and vision benefits, 401k with company matching, tuition reimbursement, weeks of paid vacation time, paid holidays, work-life balance, growth, a positive and fun culture and much more.
Social Security Request Task Notification: Humana values personal identity protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from Humana@myworkday.com with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana's secure website.
Interview Format:
To enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. Modern Hire Text allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information for you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.
If you are selected for a first round interview, you will receive an email correspondence inviting you to participate in a Modern Hire text interview. In this interview, you will read to a set of interview questions and you will provide text responses to each question. You should anticipate this interview to take about 15 minutes. Your text interview will be reviewed and you will subsequently be informed if you will be moving forward to next round of interviews.
Language Proficiency Testing:
Bilingual English/Spanish. Must be able to speak, read and write in both languages without limitations or assistance. See Additional Information on testing. Any Humana associate who speaks with a member in a language other than English must take a language proficiency assessment, provided by an outside vendor, to ensure competency. Applicants will be required to take the Interagency Language Rating (ILR) test as provided by the Federal Government.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.$68,900 - $94,700 per year
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, 'Humana') offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About Us
About CenterWell Senior Primary Care: CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient's well-being.About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation's largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first - for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Centerwell, a wholly owned subsidiary of Humana, complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our full accessibility rights information and language options https://www.partnersinprimarycare.com/accessibility-resources
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