Cardiac Sonographer
Santa Fe, NM
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,409/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Cardiac Sonographer (Echo Tech) - Travel Position
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Shift: Days, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Start Date: ASAP
Weekend Requirement: No
On Call Requirement: No
Position Summary
Perform diagnostic echocardiograms on adult and pediatric patients within the Echocardiography department.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Echo Technologist license in New Mexico
- Echo Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of experience, including experience within the last year
- ARDMS or CCI certification or registry eligible
- New Mexico Echo Sonographer License
- BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
- High school diploma or equivalent, or completion of a two-year allied health education program related to patient care (e.g., diagnostic medical sonographer, radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist, or registered nurse)
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and potential physical injury.
- Must follow safety standards to limit exposure to infectious agents.
- Physical demands include lifting patients and pushing heavy equipment, beds, and carts.
Supervision
Reports to the Director of Cardiovascular Services.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Santa Fe, NM
As a Travel Echo Technologist in Santa Fe, NM here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, especially in housing and healthcare.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high is around 85°F and low is around 50°F.
- Winter average high is around 45°F and low is around 20°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available, but they may be limited due to the popularity of the city.
- It's recommended to start the search early.
- The city is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is convenient for getting around.
- Santa Fe has a diverse population with a mix of Native American, Hispanic, and Caucasian residents.
- The age range is varied, with a significant population of retirees.
- Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the city's elevation.
- There is a growing community of travel nurses in the area.
- Santa Fe offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving traditional New Mexican dishes.
- The city is also known for its art galleries, music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing in the nearby mountains.
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