Echocardiographer
Company: Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: May 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Overview:Performs all cardiac ultrasound (echocardiograms);
Produces images of the heart to show hemodynamics and function via
cardiac ultrasound. Cardiac images are digitally acquired, and
measurements obtained. Ensures patient safety through use of
procedure protocols and policies. Continues to hone their skills
and techniques as a beginner sonographer. Further developing their
technical skills and learning the different procedures.Type of
Opportunity: Per Required NeedFTE: 0.001000Exempt: NoWork Schedule:
Varied Days and HoursQualifications: High school diploma or GED is
required, Graduate of a two (2) year Allied Health Training
Program, Ultrasound Technology preferred Bachelors program in
health science (including, but not limited to, cardiovascular
technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology,respiratory therapy,
or nursing) or graduate of an accredited program in cardiac
ultrasound (echocardiography) preferred 0-4 years experience
inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound. New Mexico State Licensure
under the New Mexico Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program
(NMRTT) Current BLS required. Required: Required: ARDMS/RDCS
credential with one of the following specialties: AE, FE, PE;orone
CCI credential: RCS, RCCSCerts: BLS, NMRTTEducation:Essential: High
School Diploma or GEDCredentials:Essential: NM Radiation Therapy
TechResponsibilities: Performs all routine echocardiograms
independently for evaluation of possible abnormal heart defects or
disease (inpatient or outpatient). Learn to perform Stress
echocardiogram and Dobutamine stress echocardiograms with mentor.
Progress to be more independent with these modalities. Requires
knowledge of cardiac anatomy, pathophysiology and principles of
ultrasound. Applying independent judgement during the exam to
determine the need to for any additional imaging enhancement or
bubble study. Demonstrates basic clinical knowledge and judgement
to manage the patient during the exam. Continue to develop critical
thinking skills with the ability to recognize, analyze and resolve
problems to ensure completion of performed exam. Accurately
completes charges for all exams performed in the EHR system as well
as initiate and assign the preliminary report in PACS. Submit
required studies for IAC case review, working with mentor on case
requirements. Keeps current with developments in the field through
participation in seminars, workshops and publications. Available
for call on a monthly rotational basis. Prepare exam room and
ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in
accordance with infections disease, and patient safety protocols,
policies, and procedures. Assist in machine malfunctions by calling
service and alerting the lead techs. Maintains and documents
communications with physician and nursing units regarding test
results. Communicate with the patient in a manner appropriate to
the patients ability to understand. Function as a team member to
organize and prioritize responsibilities to complete daily work
requirements. Consults with and keep lead techs informed of
activities, needs and problems in assigned areas Maintain
requirements for hospital/departmental and specialty area(s)
competencies. Participates in and endorses the established PHS
Policies and Procedures and guest relations programs. Knowledge in
Joint Commission regulations pertaining to the lab. Demonstrates
knowledge and understanding of the practice of echocardiography.
Performs other duties and functions as required.Benefits:We offer
more than the standard benefits!Presbyterian employees gain access
to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site
and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness
challenges and more!Learn more about our employee benefits:Why work
at Presbyterian?As an organization, we are committed to improving
the health of our communities. From hosting growers' markets to
partnering with local communities, Presbyterian is taking active
steps to improve the health of New Mexicans. For our employees, we
offer a robust wellness program, including free access to our
on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes,
wellness challenges and more.Presbyterian's story is really the
story of the remarkable people who choose to work here. The hard
work of our physicians, nurses, employees, board members and
volunteers grew Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to
a statewide healthcare system that serves more than 875,000 New
Mexicans.About Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesPresbyterian
Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients,
members and the communities we serve. We are a 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.About Our Regional
Delivery SystemPresbyterian's Regional Delivery System is a network
of six hospitals and medical centers throughout rural New Mexico
including locations in Clovis, Espanola, Ruidoso, Santa Fe, Socorro
and Tucumcari. Our regional facilities are home to more than 1,600
clinical and non-clinical employees who help make Presbyterian the
state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 statewide
employees. With a variety of services ranging from general surgery
to pediatrics to heart and cancer care, our regional employees are
proud to provide close-to-home care for their communities.We are
part of New Mexico's history - and committed to its future. That is
why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply
to serve New Mexico for years to come.About New MexicoNew Mexico
continues to grow steadily in population and features a low cost-of
living.Varied landscapes bring filmmakers here from around the
world to capture a slice of the natural beauty New Mexicans enjoy
every day. Our landscapes are as diverse as our culture - from
mountains, forests, canyons, and lakes, to caverns, hot springs and
sand dunes.New Mexico offers endless recreational opportunities to
explore and enjoy an active lifestyle. Venture off the beaten path,
challenge your body in the elements, or open yourself up to the
expansive sky. From hiking, golfing and biking to skiing,
snowboarding and boating, it's all available among our beautiful
wonders of the west.AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and
tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.Offer 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. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and
circumstances of each offer. Minimum Offer: USD $27.11/Hr. Maximum
Offer: USD $41.39/Hr.
Keywords: Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Santa Fe , Echocardiographer, Other , Santa Fe, New Mexico
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