Echocardiography Technologist
Santa Fe, NM
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,374/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Echo Tech (Echocardiography) - Travel Position
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (4 days/week, 10 hours/day)
Weekend Requirement: Yes
Employment Type: Travel, Full Time
Job Summary
Perform diagnostic echocardiograms on adult and pediatric patients using 2D, M-mode, and Doppler cardiac exams. Assist cardiologists during exams and coordinate with hospital departments to ensure smooth workflow and accurate billing. Participate in quality control, performance improvement activities, and on-call coverage for emergency echo exams outside regular hours.
Responsibilities
- Perform technically proficient echocardiographic exams (2D, M-mode, Doppler)
- Coordinate scheduling, patient transport, and communication with hospital departments
- Assist cardiologists by preparing measurements and exchanging diagnostic information
- Manage delivery and distribution of dictations promptly
- Respond to patient needs and report changes in condition to appropriate staff
- Order supplies and maintain cleanliness and readiness of exam rooms
- Log patient exams and maintain accurate records
- Participate in departmental and hospital-wide performance improvement initiatives
- Share responsibility for on-call emergency echo coverage
- Maintain equipment quality control and coordinate repairs
- Stay current with advances in echocardiography and seek mentorship for skill development
- Assist with other cardiac procedures as needed
Required Qualifications
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
Certification / Licenses
- Valid Echo Technologist license in New Mexico
- New Mexico Echo Sonographer License
- ARDMS or CCI
- BLS issued by the American Heart Association
Experience
- Echo Technologist experience within the last year
- 1 year of Echo Technologist experience
Additional Information
- This is a backfill replacement position
- Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this role
Employer
Host Healthcare
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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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