Cardiovascular Sonography Intern: Echo & Vascular Hands-On

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement and scholarship

Staff safety wearable badge

Shift differentials for night/weekend

Malpractice liability insurance

Loan forgiveness program

EPIC electronic charting system

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services Albuquerque is offering a Student Sonographer Intern position in its cardiovascular imaging department. You will work alongside licensed cardiac and vascular sonographers, gaining hands-on experience in echocardiography and vascular ultrasound while contributing to excellent patient care.

This part-time internship (0.25 FTE) provides mentorship, exposure to clinical procedures, and hands-on practice with ultrasound equipment.

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

Currently enrolled in an accredited Cardiovascular Sonography, Echocardiography, or Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

Job description

Presbyterian Healthcare Services Albuquerque is offering a Student Sonographer Intern position in its cardiovascular imaging department. You will work alongside licensed cardiac and vascular sonographers, gaining hands-on experience in echocardiography and vascular ultrasound while contributing to excellent patient care.

This part-time internship (0.25 FTE) provides mentorship, exposure to clinical procedures, and hands-on practice with ultrasound equipment.