Cardiac Sonographer

Location Address

1010 Spruce Street, Espanola, New Mexico , United States of America

Minimum Offer $: 37.29
Maximum Offer for this position is up to $: 56.92

• Performs general diagnostic ultrasound exams and related data for subsequent evaluation and treatment by the attending physician.
• Performs all cardiac ultrasound (echocardiograms); produces images of the heart to show hemodynamics and function.
• Performs all routine vascular exams for evaluation of possible abnormal vascular defects or disease.
• Exams are digitally acquired, and measurements are obtained per each specific modality. Ensures patient safety through the use of procedure protocols and policies.
• Takes call as needed.

• 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.

Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.

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• Perform general ultrasound, vascular ultrasound, and echocardiogram studies independently.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the practice of general ultrasound, vascular ultrasound, and echocardiography.
• Apply independent judgment during the exam to determine the need for any additional imaging enhancement.
• Recognize, fully evaluate, and document any abnormalities or anomalies in general ultrasound, vascular exams, and echocardiograms.
• Requires detailed knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology, and principles of ultrasound.
• Demonstrates knowledge and critical thinking skills with the ability to recognize, analyze, and resolve problems to ensure completion of performed exam(s).
• Alert provider to critical findings.
• Assists provider in procedures, such as needle biopsies, amniocentesis, renal biopsies, etc. Scans and marks the patient's body to determine the ideal angle for punctures and assists as necessary.
• Knowledge and understanding of sterile techniques throughout the procedure.
• Knowledge and understanding of high-level disinfection (HLD) process.
• Accurately completes charges for all exams performed in the EHR system as well as initiates and assigns the preliminary report in PACS.
• Attends section staff meetings, pertinent in-services, workshops and/or seminars for continuing education to enhance professional growth and development.
• Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations by infection disease, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains and documents communications with physicians and nursing units regarding test results.
• Maintains established hospital/departmental and specialty area(s) and ultrasound policies, procedures, competencies, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Communicate with the patient in a manner appropriate to the patient: ability to understand.
• Function as a team member to organize and prioritize responsibilities to complete daily work requirements.
• Participates in and endorses the established PHS Policies and Procedures and guest relations programs.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission regulations for the department.
• Available for on-call as needed.
• Assists in maintaining upkeep of department and equipment - including ordering and stocking supplies when necessary.
• Works with, oversees any ultrasound student.
• Performs other duties and functions as required.

• Associates Degree in related health science or graduate of an accredited program preferred in related field.
• 1-5 years related experience.
• New Mexico State Licensure under the New Mexico Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program (DMS, VS).
• Current BLS required.
• 2 Sections of the following are required:
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonography:
    Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer credential with one of the following specialties through ARDMS:
    Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN), Breast (BR), Pediatric Sonography (PS) or Sonographer credential through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: ARRT (S).
  • Cardiac Sonography:
    Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer credential with one of the following specialties through ARDMS:
    Adult Echocardiography (AE), Pediatric Echocardiography (PE), Fetal Echocardiography (FE) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer credential through Cardiovascular Credentialing International: (RCS).
  • Vascular Sonography:
    Registered Vascular Technologist credential through ARDMS: (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist credential through Cardiovascular Credentialing International: (RVS) or Vascular Sonography credential through American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: ARRT…