Cardiac Sonographer
Santa Fe, NM
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
$2,278/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Allied Health Professional (2 years)
- Echo Technologist, Adult Echocardiographer, Echocardiographer, Cardiac Sonographer or Echo-Vascular Sonographer (2 years)
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 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year
- ARDMS or CCI certification or registry eligible
- 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
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Santa Fe, NM
As a Travel Cardiac Sonographer 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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