Cardiac Sonographer Non Registered - Cardiology Non Invasive - PRN

CHRISTUS Health; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Santa Fe, NM seeks a per diem Echo technologist to perform diagnostic echocardiograms on adults and pediatric patients. Duties include coordinating departments, preparing M-modes, and ensuring accurate billing information.

Requires ARDMS/CCI registration or eligibility within 18 months, NM Echo Sonographer license, and BLS certification. Two years of echocardiography experience preferred. Per diem shifts available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; two-year allied health education program preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively; strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others from various disciplines.
• Ability to work at a rapid pace under stressful conditions.
• Manual dexterity to perform echocardiograms.

Responsibilities

• Performs technically proficient 2D, M-mode and Doppler cardiac exams.
• Coordinates scheduling, patient transport, and billing information entry.
• Assists cardiologist while dictating exams by preparing M-modes and sharing pertinent information.
• Acts as go-between to deliver, pick up and distribute dictations.
• Responds to patients’ needs during exam; reports changes to physician or nurse in charge.
• Logs patients and exams; files patient records in the department.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities at department, interdepartmental and hospital levels.
• Shares responsibility for on-call coverage for echo emergencies outside regular hours as policy allows.
• Maintains quality control of equipment and coordinates repairs as needed.
• Keeps current on advances in Echocardiography; seeks mentorship with cardiologists.
• Assists with other cardiac procedures as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Stress management

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-year allied health program

ARDMS/CCI license

NM Echo Sonographer License

BLS certification (AHA)

Job description

Description

Summary: Performs diagnostic echocardiograms on adults and pediatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Performs technically proficient 2D, M-mode and Doppler cardiac exams.
• Coordinates activities with interrelated hospital departments, including scheduling exams, transporting patients, answering the phone and assuring billing information is accurately entered for payment.
• Assists cardiologist while dictating exams by preparing and measuring M-modes and by exchanging any other pertinent information contributing to the diagnosis.
• Acts as go-between to deliver, pick up and distribute dictations in a timely manner.
• Responds to patients’ needs during exam. Reports changes in patient condition to physician or nurse in charge.
• Orders Echo supplies. Keeps rooms clean and neat and supplied as needed.
• Logs patients and exams and files patient records in the department.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities at the departmental, interdepartmental and hospital-wide levels.
• Shares responsibility for on-call coverage for echo emergency exams done apart from regular working hours as established by department policy.
• Maintains quality control of the equipment operation and quality of examinations performed. Coordinates repair services as needed.
• Keeps current on events/advances in the field of Echocardiography. Seeks advice and mentors with cardiologists regarding new skills and knowledge in the field.
• Assists with other cardiac procedures as needed.

Requirements

Education/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent. Two year allied health education program that is patient care related. Allied health occupations include but are not limited to: diagnostic medical sonographer, radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist and/or registered nurse preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, demonstrates strong organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with others from a variety of disciplines
• Ability to work at a rapid pace under stressful conditions
• Manual dexterity to perform echocardiograms.

Experience

• Two years of actively doing echocardiograms preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• A.R.D.M.S./CCI registered required or registered within 18 months of hire. State of New Mexico Echo Sonographer License. BLS certification issued through American Heart Association within six months of hire.

In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.

Work Schedule

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed