Cardiac Student Sonographer Intern

phsorg; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Staff safety badge

Shift differentials

Malpractice insurance

Loan forgiveness

EPIC system

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is seeking a part‑time student in an accredited Cardiovascular Sonography program to support cardiac and vascular imaging teams in Albuquerque, NM. You will assist with patient preparation, education and image acquisition while learning ultrasound equipment care under supervision.

The role emphasizes patient privacy, safety, and professional development within a hospital imaging department, contributing to high‑quality diagnostic services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited Cardiovascular Sonography, Echocardiography, or Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.

Responsibilities

• Assist cardiac (adult or pediatric) and vascular sonographers with patient preparation, positioning, and education to help ensure a comfortable and positive experience throughout the exam process.
• Observe and actively participate in echocardiography and vascular ultrasound procedures under direct supervision, gaining valuable hands‑on clinical experience in a patient care setting.
• Learn the operation, maintenance, and proper care of ultrasound equipment, ensuring exam rooms and imaging systems are prepared and ready for daily use.
• Support image acquisition, measurements, and preliminary documentation while developing technical sonography skills under the guidance of experienced sonographers.
• Collaborate with cardiac, vascular, and multidisciplinary care teams to help deliver high‑quality diagnostic services and exceptional patient care.
• Follow all patient privacy, safety, infection prevention, and hospital policies while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and ethical practice.
• Participate in educational opportunities, case reviews, team discussions, and feedback sessions designed to enhance clinical knowledge and professional development.
• Contribute to the efficiency and success of the imaging department by assisting with department operations and performing additional responsibilities as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in Cardiovascular Sonography/Echocardiography/ Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

Job description

Location Address

201 Cedar SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106-4917

Compensation Pay Range

Minimum Offer $16.38
Maximum Offer $25.57

Type of Opportunity

Part time

FTE

0.25

Job Exempt

No

Work Shift

10 Hour Days (United States of America)

Responsibilities

• Assist cardiac (adult or pediatric) and vascular sonographers with patient preparation, positioning, and education to help ensure a comfortable and positive experience throughout the exam process.
• Observe and actively participate in echocardiography and vascular ultrasound procedures under direct supervision, gaining valuable hands‑on clinical experience in a patient care setting.
• Learn the operation, maintenance, and proper care of ultrasound equipment, ensuring exam rooms and imaging systems are prepared and ready for daily use.
• Support image acquisition, measurements, and preliminary documentation while developing technical sonography skills under the guidance of experienced sonographers.
• Collaborate with cardiac, vascular, and multidisciplinary care teams to help deliver high‑quality diagnostic services and exceptional patient care.
• Follow all patient privacy, safety, infection prevention, and hospital policies while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and ethical practice.
• Participate in educational opportunities, case reviews, team discussions, and feedback sessions designed to enhance clinical knowledge and professional development.
• Contribute to the efficiency and success of the imaging department by assisting with department operations and performing additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited Cardiovascular Sonography, Echocardiography, or Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.

Employee Wellness

We're all about well-being, starting with yours. Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

Employee Benefits

• 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

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1,600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

Equal Opportunity

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.