Cardiac Sonographer Non Registered - Cardiology Non Invasive
CHRISTUS Health · Santa Fe, NM · 2 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Responsibilities
- Mechanically performs 2D, M-mode and Doppler cardiac exams.
- Schedules, transports, answers phones, and enters billing information for exams.
- Dictates exams, prepares and measures M-modes, and exchanges relevant information.
- Delivers, picks up, and distributes dictations promptly.
- Responds to patient needs and reports changes in condition to the physician or nurse in charge.
- Orders Echo supplies and maintains room cleanliness and organization.
- Logs patients and exams and files records.
- Participates in performance improvement activities at various levels.
- Covers on-call responsibilities for emergency exams outside regular hours.
- Maintains equipment quality and coordinates repairs.
- Stays updated on echocardiography advancements and seeks mentorship from cardiologists.
- Assists with other cardiac procedures as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two-year allied health education program in patient care related fields (diagnostic medical sonographer, radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist, or registered nurse preferred).
- Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate strong organizational skills.
- Collaborative working ability with various disciplines.
- Manual dexterity for performing echocardiograms.
- Two years of actively performing echocardiograms preferred.
- A.R.D.M.S./CCI registered or registered within 18 months of hire.
- New Mexico Echo Sonographer License.
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association within six months of hire.
Work Schedule
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type: Part Time