Student Sonographer Intern - Pediatric Cardiology

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Summary:

Sign onandrelocation bonusesavailable for qualified candidates.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
* Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
* Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
* Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
* Malpractice liability insurance
* Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
* EPIC electronic charting system

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Job Description:

• Assist pediatric cardiac sonographers with patient preparation, positioning, and education prior to echocardiography exams.

• Observe echocardiographic procedures (e.g., transthoracic echocardiograms) under supervision.

• Learn to operate and maintain ultrasound equipment, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for procedures under the guidance of supervising sonographers.

• Participate in image acquisition, measurement, and preliminary documentation of findings under the guidance of supervising sonographers.

• Collaborate with the cardiology to ensure high-quality patient care and accurate diagnostic information.

• Adhere to patient confidentiality, safety protocols, infection control standards and any hospital protocols/policies.

• Participate in educational sessions, case reviews, and feedback meetings to enhance clinical knowledge.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the imaging department.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required.

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Cardiovascular Sonography, Echocardiography, or Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.

By the end of the internship, the Cardiac Sonographer Intern will:

• Demonstrate proficiency in patient preparation and basic echocardiography scanning techniques.

• Understand standard imaging protocols and gain familiarity with cardiac pathology recognition.

• Develop confidence in operating ultrasound equipment under supervision.

• Strengthen teamwork, communication, and patient care skills in a clinical environment.

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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised 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 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation 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.