Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiovascular Lab

Presbyterian Healthcare Services • New York, NY

1d • $39 - $60 • Onsite

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.

Requirements

• 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 (for Level I).
• 4-8 years' experience inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound (for Level II).
• 8 or more years or more experience inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound (for Level III).
• 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

Nice To Haves

• 6 years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of degree (for Level II).
• Degree required or in lieu of degree 10 years of relevant experience (for Level III).

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive, diagnostic images using 2D, 3D, color imaging to evaluate the structure and function of the heart.
• 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.
• Prepare preliminary echo reports including relevant measurements.
• Participate in weeknight and weekend call. Sonographers take "Home Call" with call pay. On average, sonographers are called in overnight approximately once a month. Weekend call is typically 2-6 echoes on Saturdays and Sundays and triaged by the on call pediatric cardiologist.
• Work as a team with fellow sonographers and physicians to ensure smooth patient flow and optimal imaging for every patient.
• Assist echo lab managers with maintaining equipment and performing quality control.
• 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)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system
• Free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree