Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiology (Weekend Shift)
About The Position
Bring your expertise to a team where advanced cardiac imaging, strong mentorship, and real growth opportunities come together. As an echocardiographer (cardiac sonographer) with our adult heart program, you'll work within a supportive and team‑oriented culture that encourages personal and professional development. Echo Techs work within a sonography‑led lab, under the guidance of a supervisor, manager, and director—all with extensive backgrounds in echocardiography. We are currently offering a $20,000 sign-on bonus and $6,000 relocation assistance for qualifying candidates. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. • Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities • Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) • Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions) • Malpractice liability insurance • Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department • EPIC electronic charting system
Requirements
- Level I Cardiac Sonographer
- Graduate of a two (2) year Allied Health Training Program in Ultrasound Technology or a graduate of bachelor's program in health science (including, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, or nursing).
- 0-4 years' experience inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound.
- ARDMS/RDCS (AE) OR CCI (RCS) credential
- BLS required at the time of hire
- New Mexico State Licensure under the New Mexico Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program (NMRTT) - New graduates must obtain within 90 days
- Level II Cardiac Sonographer
- Graduate of a two (2) year Allied Health Training Program in Ultrasound Technology or a graduate of bachelor's program in health science (including, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, or nursing).
- 6 years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
- 4-8 years' experience inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound.
- ARDMS/RDCS (AE) OR CCI (RCS) credential
- BLS required at the time of hire
- New Mexico State Licensure under the New Mexico Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program (NMRTT)
- Level III Cardiac Sonographer
- Graduate of a two (2) year Allied Health Training Program in Ultrasound Technology or a graduate of bachelor's program in health science (including, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, or nursing).
- 8 or more years or more experience inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound.
- Degree required or in lieu of degree 10 years of relevant experience.
- ARDMS/RDCS (AE) OR CCI (RCS) credential
- BLS required at the time of hire
- New Mexico State Licensure under the New Mexico Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program (NMRTT)
- Or have promoted up with years of experience and assigned a Lead OR resource sonographer.
Responsibilities
- Echocardiography imaging: Perform comprehensive, diagnostic images using 2D, 3D, color imaging to evaluate the structure and function of the heart.
- Patient care: Ensure each echo is done in a patient-centered, comfortable and safe environment. Sonographers explain the process to patients and alert physicians of critical findings or changes in patient condition that require further evaluation.
- Reporting: Prepare preliminary echo reports including relevant measurements.
- Call: Participate in weeknight and weekend call. Sonographers take call from home and receive on-call pay. All night calls must be approved by cardiology. On average, sonographers are on a rotation every 7 to 10 nights.
- Collaboration: Work as a team with fellow sonographers and physicians to ensure smooth patient flow and optimal imaging for every patient.
- Equipment maintenance: Assist echo lab managers with maintaining equipment and performing quality control.
- Continuing Education: Participate in educational sessions to ensure we provide the most up-to-date care to our patients.
Benefits
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
- Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
