Advanced Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer - Assistance

Advanced Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer - Relocation Assistance Available at Presbyterian Healthcare Services summary:
The Advanced Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer performs complex diagnostic ultrasound procedures focusing on cardiac and vascular imaging in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This role requires advanced knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and expertise in echo cardiographic and vascular ultrasound techniques, ensuring patient safety and quality care. The position involves collaboration with healthcare professionals, mentoring technologists, and participating in quality assurance and continuing education.
Overview:
Presbyterian is seeking a highly skilled and credentialed Advanced Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer to perform complex diagnostic ultrasound procedures involving the heart and vascular system. This role requires expertise in both echocardiography and vascular imaging, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and patient experience.
Cardiovascular sonographer (echocardiographer/ vascular sonographer) independently performs a variety of diagnostic cardiovascular ultrasound procedures. This position is multimodality with the intermediate to advanced knowledge of both cardiac and vascular anatomy, physiology, and disease states. All examinations are performed within standard protocols defined in the lab. The sonographer performs examinations in both inpatient hospital settings and outpatient clinic setting. Cardiovascular images are digitally acquired, and measurements obtained per protocols.

Sonographer ensures patient safety through use of procedure protocols and policies. Continues to advance and evolve their technical knowledge in their field, intermediate skill level pursuing more advance skills and procedures.
Clinical and technical expert in the field who demonstrates increasing level of excellence through clinical practice, teaching/mentoring abilities, and leadership qualities. Mentors other technologists.
Type of Opportunity:
Full Time
FTE:
Exempt:
No

Work Schedule:

Days
We're currently offering:

• Sign-on bonus of $20,000

• Relocation assistance of up to $6,000 for qualifying candidates.
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• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities

• Staff Safety (a wearable alarm badge that allows staff to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)

• Shift differentials for nights and weekends

• Malpractice liability insurance
Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced echo cardiographic studies including transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiograms.

• Conduct comprehensive vascular ultrasound exams including carotid duplex, peripheral arterial and venous studies, and abdominal vascular imaging.

• Collaborate with cardiologists, vascular surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to interpret findings and support clinical decision-making.

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure timely reporting of results.

• Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment in accordance with manufacturer and hospital standards.

• Participate in quality assurance initiatives and continuing education.

Qualifications:

Graduate of a two year Allied Health Training Program, Ultrasound Technology preferred or Bachelors program in health science (including, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, or nursing) or graduate of an accredited program in cardiac ultrasound (echocardiography) preferred.

Experience:

10 years or more experience inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound.
Credentials:
New Mexico State Licensure under the New Mexico Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program (NMRTT)
Current BLS required.
Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI: RCS) or Registered Diag. Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS: RDCS)
and Registered Vascular Specialist…