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Houston Methodist

Echo Sonographer II

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

This position provides additional support for pharmacologic and exercise stress procedures, Holter testing, EKG and/or cardiac event monitoring as well as advanced procedures when needed (i.e. TAVR)

Houston Methodist

Echo Sonographer II

Baytown, TX · On-site

This position provides additional support for pharmacologic and exercise stress procedures, Holter testing, EKG and/or cardiac event monitoring as well as advanced procedures when needed (i.e. TAVR)

Shannon Health

Registered Nurse

San Angelo, TX · On-site

Assists patient with cardiac recovery after cardiac event. Assists patient with physical exercise; Educates patient on heart disease assists with home discharge instruction; Monitors patient vital ...

Shannon Health

Registered Nurse

San Angelo, TX · On-site

Assists patient with cardiac recovery after cardiac event. Assists patient with physical exercise; Educates patient on heart disease assists with home discharge instruction; Monitors patient vital ...

Boston Scientific

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Our Purpose: The Cardiac Monitoring Technician I is responsible for the interpretation and ... and live Events * Have an entire Education Team building and developing your skills, providing ...

Boston Scientific

$36K - $61K/yr

Night shift: 12:00pm - 10:30pm (+5% shift differential) Event Hours: * Day shift: 9:00am-7:30pm ... The Cardiac Monitoring Technician position is an in-office role. We are located at 1717 N Sam ...

Boston Scientific

$67K/yr

Night shift: 12:00pm - 10:30pm (+5% shift differential) Event Hours: * Day shift: 9:00am-7:30pm ... The Cardiac Monitoring Technician position is an in-office role. We are located at 1717 N Sam ...

Prime Healthcare

Monitor Technician

Mesquite, TX

The Monitor Technician detects early warning signs of cardiac events, ensuring timely intervention, and improving patient outcomes in our telemetry unit. Employment Type: Full Time Shifts Available:

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How much do cardiac event monitoring jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for cardiac event monitoring in Texas is $21.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.45 and $22.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in cardiac event monitoring, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in cardiac event monitoring often encounter challenges such as managing a high volume of patient data, addressing technical issues with monitoring equipment, and ensuring timely and accurate communication with both patients and healthcare providers. Staying organized and maintaining strong attention to detail are essential to prevent errors in interpreting cardiac data. Collaborating closely with cardiologists and technical support teams can help resolve equipment issues quickly and ensure high-quality patient care. Continuous learning about new monitoring technologies and protocols also supports success in this dynamic field.

What is the difference between Cardiac Event Monitoring vs Cardiac Technician?

AspectCardiac Event MonitoringCardiac Technician
CertificationsEKG certification, basic cardiac monitoring trainingEKG certification, advanced cardiac care training
Work EnvironmentMonitoring centers, hospitals, clinicsHospitals, outpatient clinics, diagnostic labs
Job FocusMonitoring patient heart activity remotely or during testsPerforming diagnostic tests, setting up equipment
Employer & IndustryHealthcare facilities, cardiology clinicsHospitals, diagnostic labs, cardiology practices

Cardiac Event Monitoring specialists focus on analyzing heart activity data, while Cardiac Technicians perform diagnostic tests and operate equipment. Both roles require similar certifications but differ in daily tasks and work settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cardiac Event Monitoring Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cardiac Event Monitoring Specialist, you need a solid understanding of cardiac rhythms, arrhythmias, and patient monitoring protocols, often supported by a degree or certification in cardiovascular technology or a related healthcare field. Familiarity with ECG/EKG machines, cardiac event monitoring software, and patient data management systems is typically required. Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and effective communication help you accurately interpret data and interact with patients and healthcare teams. These skills are crucial to ensuring timely detection of cardiac events and delivering high-quality patient care.

What is cardiac event monitoring?

Cardiac event monitoring is a diagnostic process that involves wearing a portable device to record your heart’s electrical activity over an extended period, typically when symptoms like irregular heartbeat, dizziness, or fainting occur. Unlike continuous Holter monitoring, event monitors are usually worn for weeks and are often patient-activated to capture abnormal heart rhythms as they happen. The recorded data helps doctors diagnose arrhythmias or other cardiac issues that might not show up during a standard ECG in the clinic. This tool is crucial for detecting intermittent cardiac events and guiding appropriate treatment. Your healthcare provider will give you instructions on how to use the device and when to report symptoms.
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Infographic showing various Cardiac Event Monitoring job openings in Texas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,005 per year, or $21.2 per hour.
Echo Sonographer II

Echo Sonographer II

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital

Baytown, TX

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Houston Methodist rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 297 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 890 rated healthcare providers

Job description

At Houston Methodist, the Echo Sonographer II position is an experienced and fully competent sonographer who performs a variety of routine to complex echocardiograms including but not limited to Transthoracic Echocardiogram or TTE, with Color, Spectral Doppler and 2-D imaging, Transesophageal Echocardiogram TEE, Plain Stress Echocardiogram or Dobutamine Stress Echocardiogram, TTE with bubbles, TTE with Contrast and advanced TTE such as TTE with 3D imaging, for both inpatient and outpatient studies. This position provides additional support for pharmacologic and exercise stress procedures, Holter testing, EKG and/or cardiac event monitoring as well as advanced procedures when needed (i.e. TAVR). The Echo Sonographer II position locates, evaluates and records pertinent anatomical, pathological and functional data while using different systems of ultrasound equipment. This position transmits exam to compatible DICOM storage applications, process preliminary technical data in designated interpreting system, and communicates any significant findings to the attending reading physician. The Echo Sonographer II position actively participates in unit-based or system quality and compliance initiatives. This job requires availability to be on call.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
  • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below

EXPERIENCE
  • Three years' experience as a Cardiac/Echo Sonographer; may consider HM Echo Sonographer with two years' experience, one of which is as an Echo Sonographer with HM

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
  • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
  • Must have one of the following certifications: RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS); RDCS-AE - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - Adult Echocardiography (ARDMS); RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist (ARDMS); RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI); RVS - Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills and competency assessments
  • Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology/ Cardiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents
  • Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
  • Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing workflow and actively participating in problem solving
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
  • Assists with training new staff members and mentoring clinical students, to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Performs cardiac echo studies, while ensuring precise and accurate data is transmitted for physician completion. Provides additional support for pharmacologic and exercise stress procedures, holter testing, EKG and/or cardiac event monitoring as well as advanced procedures when needed (i.e. TAVR).
  • Provides care for the physical needs of patients when conducting the cardiac echo studies. Educates patients who require inpatient or outpatient echo exams by providing explanations of purpose and techniques used during the exam. Proactively identifies issues and how to address them for optimum outcomes.
  • Provides direct assistance to physicians and other health care team members during cardiac echo studies including, patient preparation before procedures and performs proper sterile techniques as indicated in support of the procedure.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Identifies and recognizes cardiac structures accurately, including: calculate valve area, pressure gradients and ejection fraction when performing echo studies. Confirms the quality of the study is concise and clear to optimize best images for the patient care team and interpreting physician.
  • Identifies abnormal findings when performing exams or processing data and takes corrective action or communicates immediately, when appropriate, to proper personnel for the best results.
  • Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures. Complies with job, departmental and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.
  • Ensures all patient care equipment has had QC performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
  • Assists with implementation and education of departmental based safety initiatives and standards of practice.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered, when applicable.
  • Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Participates in departmental projects and shared governance activities.
  • Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Sonographer.
  • Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co-workers in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
    WORK ATTIRE
    • Uniform: No
    • Scrubs: Yes
    • Business professional: No
    • Other (department approved): No

    ON-CALL*
    *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
    • On Call* Yes

    TRAVEL**
    **Travel specifications may vary by department**
    • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
    • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
  • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below

EXPERIENCE
  • Three years' experience as a Cardiac/Echo Sonographer; may consider HM Echo Sonographer with two years' experience, one of which is as an Echo Sonographer with HM

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
  • BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
  • Must have one of the following certifications: RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS); RDCS-AE - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - Adult Echocardiography (ARDMS); RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist (ARDMS); RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI); RVS - Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI)

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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