Echocardiology Technician

Lifepoint Health®; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Alamos Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is hiring an Echocardiology Technician for a PRN, as-needed schedule in New Mexico. You will perform echo procedures, educate patients, and ensure imaging quality under safety standards.

Applicants should hold a NM cardiac sonographer license and an associate's degree, with BLS and current echo registry. Join us to support community health through skilled imaging services.

Qualifications

• Current NM cardiac sonographer license and an associate's degree.
• BLS certification required upon hire and current echo registry.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and physician orders.
• Educate patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications within scope.
• Position patient and perform imaging procedures; analyze results and address image quality issues.

Skills

Patient education

Imaging procedures

Safety protocols

Quality control

Monitor patient condition

Education

Associate's degree

NM cardiac sonographer license

BLS certification

Current echo registry

Job description

Schedule

this is a PRN role that will work on an as-needed basis.

Your Experience Matters

Los Alamos Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Echocardiology Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

An Echocardiology Technician performs echo procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Additional responsibilities include:

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Financial & Career Growth: 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have a current NM cardiac sonographer license and an associate's degree. Additional requirements include:

• Certification/License:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) current upon hire.
  • Current echo registry

More About Los Alamos Medical Center

Los Alamos Medical Center is a 47-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the communities of northern New Mexico for over 70 years. We have achieved an 'A' for our Leapfrog grade, have acquired Lifepoint Health NQP accreditation, Newsweek has named us a Top Hospital in NM, and have been honored for our Lifepoint Health Diversity Program. We are proud of our work and patient care.

EEOC Statement

Los Alamos Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Los Alamos Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.