Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Advanced Cardiovascular Ultrasound Tech
Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Santa Fe, New Mexico, us, 87503
Advanced Cardiovascular Ultrasound Tech
Requisition ID:
2023-35576Category:
Clinical Care-CardiovascularLocation:
Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Santa Fe, NMOverview
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 settings. 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 advanced 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:
Per Required NeedFTE:
0.001000Exempt:
NoWork Schedule:
Varied Days and HoursQualifications
*High school diploma or GED is required, Graduate of a two-year Allied Health Training Program, Ultrasound Technology preferred.*Bachelor's 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.*10 years or more experience inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound.*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 (CCI: RVS) or Registered Vascular Technologist (ARDMS: RVT) or have promoted up with years of experience and assigned a Lead OR resource sonographer.Certs:
BLS, NMRTTResponsibilities
*Performs all routine echocardiograms for evaluation of possible abnormal heart defects or disease (inpatient or outpatient).*Perform Stress echocardiogram and Dobutamine stress echocardiograms.*Assist with standard transesophageal echocardiograms.*Assist with more advanced structural heart transesophageal echocardiograms pre-workup.*Requires detailed knowledge of cardiac anatomy, pathophysiology and principles of ultrasound.*Applying independent judgment during the exam to determine the need for any additional imaging enhancement or bubble study.*Demonstrates knowledge and critical thinking skills with the ability to recognize, analyze and resolve problems to ensure completion of performed exam.*Accurately completes charges for all exams performed in the EHR system as well as initiate and assign the preliminary report in PACS.*Assist with the daily operation of the lab.*Acts as resource person for staff.*Knowledge in Joint Commission regulations pertaining to the lab as well as the HLD TEE area.*Maintain and submit required data for Quality Assurance as well as IAC cases.*Assist with managing the Quality Assurance programs.*Assists with IAC case management and review.*Keeps current with developments in the field through participation in seminars, workshops and publications.*Available for call on a monthly rotational basis.*Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infections disease, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.*Maintains and documents communications with physician and nursing units regarding test results.*Communicate with the patient in a manner appropriate to the patient's ability to understand.*Function as a team member to organize and prioritize responsibilities to complete daily work requirements.*Maintain requirements for hospital/departmental and specialty area(s) competencies.*Participates in and endorses the established PHS Policies and Procedures and guest relations programs.*Consults with and keeps supervisor informed of activities, needs and problems in assigned areas.*Assists in interview and provides input for potential sonographer candidates.*Demonstrates clinical and technical expertise in the field of echocardiography. This includes 3D TE, structural heart procedures.*Performs echocardiogram studies independently.*Performs other lead/resource assignments with guidance from supervisor or manager.*Performs other duties and functions as required.Benefits
We offer more than the standard benefits! Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more!Learn more about our employee benefits:Employee Benefits
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Requisition ID:
2023-35576Category:
Clinical Care-CardiovascularLocation:
Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Santa Fe, NMOverview
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 settings. 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 advanced 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:
Per Required NeedFTE:
0.001000Exempt:
NoWork Schedule:
Varied Days and HoursQualifications
*High school diploma or GED is required, Graduate of a two-year Allied Health Training Program, Ultrasound Technology preferred.*Bachelor's 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.*10 years or more experience inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound.*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 (CCI: RVS) or Registered Vascular Technologist (ARDMS: RVT) or have promoted up with years of experience and assigned a Lead OR resource sonographer.Certs:
BLS, NMRTTResponsibilities
*Performs all routine echocardiograms for evaluation of possible abnormal heart defects or disease (inpatient or outpatient).*Perform Stress echocardiogram and Dobutamine stress echocardiograms.*Assist with standard transesophageal echocardiograms.*Assist with more advanced structural heart transesophageal echocardiograms pre-workup.*Requires detailed knowledge of cardiac anatomy, pathophysiology and principles of ultrasound.*Applying independent judgment during the exam to determine the need for any additional imaging enhancement or bubble study.*Demonstrates knowledge and critical thinking skills with the ability to recognize, analyze and resolve problems to ensure completion of performed exam.*Accurately completes charges for all exams performed in the EHR system as well as initiate and assign the preliminary report in PACS.*Assist with the daily operation of the lab.*Acts as resource person for staff.*Knowledge in Joint Commission regulations pertaining to the lab as well as the HLD TEE area.*Maintain and submit required data for Quality Assurance as well as IAC cases.*Assist with managing the Quality Assurance programs.*Assists with IAC case management and review.*Keeps current with developments in the field through participation in seminars, workshops and publications.*Available for call on a monthly rotational basis.*Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infections disease, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.*Maintains and documents communications with physician and nursing units regarding test results.*Communicate with the patient in a manner appropriate to the patient's ability to understand.*Function as a team member to organize and prioritize responsibilities to complete daily work requirements.*Maintain requirements for hospital/departmental and specialty area(s) competencies.*Participates in and endorses the established PHS Policies and Procedures and guest relations programs.*Consults with and keeps supervisor informed of activities, needs and problems in assigned areas.*Assists in interview and provides input for potential sonographer candidates.*Demonstrates clinical and technical expertise in the field of echocardiography. This includes 3D TE, structural heart procedures.*Performs echocardiogram studies independently.*Performs other lead/resource assignments with guidance from supervisor or manager.*Performs other duties and functions as required.Benefits
We offer more than the standard benefits! Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more!Learn more about our employee benefits:Employee Benefits
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