Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiology
Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Cardiac Sonographer – EKG Reads Imaging Clinic
Location: 201 Cedar SE, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87106-4917, United States of America
Compensation: $34.68/hr – $59.05/hr (base pay range)
Responsibilities
Echocardiography imaging: Perform comprehensive, diagnostic 2D/3D/color images to evaluate heart structure and function.
Patient care: Conduct each echo in a patient‑centered, comfortable and safe environment; explain the process and alert physicians of critical findings.
Reporting: Prepare preliminary echo reports with relevant measurements.
Outreach: Participate in outreach clinics up to once per month, including potential overnight stays at rural locations in NM.
Call: Engage in week‑night and weekend call; sonographers take “Home Call” with call pay, approximately once a month overnight.
Collaboration: Work with fellow sonographers and physicians to ensure smooth patient flow and optimal imaging.
Equipment maintenance: Assist echo lab managers with equipment upkeep and quality control.
Continuing education: Attend educational sessions to maintain up‑to‑date care standards.
Qualifications
Level I Cardiac Sonographer
Graduate of a 2‑year Allied Health Ultrasound program or bachelor’s in health science (e.g., cardiovascular technology, ultrasound).
0–4 years experience in inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound.
ARDMS/RDCS (AE) or CCI (RCS) credential.
BLS required at hire.
New Mexico state licensure under NMRTT – new graduates must obtain within 90 days.
Level II Cardiac Sonographer
Graduate as above or 6 years of experience may substitute for degree.
4–8 years experience in inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound.
ARDMS/RDCS (AE) or CCI (RCS) credential.
BLS required at hire.
New Mexico state licensure under NMRTT.
Level III Cardiac Sonographer
Graduate as above or 8+ years experience; 10 years experience may substitute for degree.
ARDMS/RDCS (AE) or CCI (RCS) credential.
BLS required at hire.
New Mexico state licensure under NMRTT.
Can be promoted to Lead/OR resource sonographer with sufficient experience.
Benefits Educational and career development options, tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities.
Staff safety equipment (wearable safety badges).
Differentials for night/weekend shifts and additional education/certification.
Malpractice liability insurance.
Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
EPIC electronic charting system.
Seniority level Not applicable
Employment type Full‑time (PRN duties included)
Job function Health Care Provider – Hospitals and Health Care industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. Presbyterian is committed to an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone is valued and empowered for success. We are a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke‑free campuses.
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Compensation: $34.68/hr – $59.05/hr (base pay range)
Responsibilities
Echocardiography imaging: Perform comprehensive, diagnostic 2D/3D/color images to evaluate heart structure and function.
Patient care: Conduct each echo in a patient‑centered, comfortable and safe environment; explain the process and alert physicians of critical findings.
Reporting: Prepare preliminary echo reports with relevant measurements.
Outreach: Participate in outreach clinics up to once per month, including potential overnight stays at rural locations in NM.
Call: Engage in week‑night and weekend call; sonographers take “Home Call” with call pay, approximately once a month overnight.
Collaboration: Work with fellow sonographers and physicians to ensure smooth patient flow and optimal imaging.
Equipment maintenance: Assist echo lab managers with equipment upkeep and quality control.
Continuing education: Attend educational sessions to maintain up‑to‑date care standards.
Qualifications
Level I Cardiac Sonographer
Graduate of a 2‑year Allied Health Ultrasound program or bachelor’s in health science (e.g., cardiovascular technology, ultrasound).
0–4 years experience in inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound.
ARDMS/RDCS (AE) or CCI (RCS) credential.
BLS required at hire.
New Mexico state licensure under NMRTT – new graduates must obtain within 90 days.
Level II Cardiac Sonographer
Graduate as above or 6 years of experience may substitute for degree.
4–8 years experience in inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound.
ARDMS/RDCS (AE) or CCI (RCS) credential.
BLS required at hire.
New Mexico state licensure under NMRTT.
Level III Cardiac Sonographer
Graduate as above or 8+ years experience; 10 years experience may substitute for degree.
ARDMS/RDCS (AE) or CCI (RCS) credential.
BLS required at hire.
New Mexico state licensure under NMRTT.
Can be promoted to Lead/OR resource sonographer with sufficient experience.
Benefits Educational and career development options, tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities.
Staff safety equipment (wearable safety badges).
Differentials for night/weekend shifts and additional education/certification.
Malpractice liability insurance.
Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
EPIC electronic charting system.
Seniority level Not applicable
Employment type Full‑time (PRN duties included)
Job function Health Care Provider – Hospitals and Health Care industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. Presbyterian is committed to an inclusive and equitable environment where everyone is valued and empowered for success. We are a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke‑free campuses.
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