Registered Echocardiogram Technician

• Performs diagnostic echocardiograms on adults and pediatric patients.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two year allied health education program that is patient care related. Allied health occupations include but are not limited to: diagnostic medical sonographer, radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist and/or registered nurse preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

• A.R.D.M.S./CCI registered or registry eligible or comparable national accreditation required.
• State of New Mexico Echo Sonographer License.
• BLS certification issued through American Heart Association.

Experience:

• Two years of actively doing echocardiograms preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others from a variety of disciplines.
• Ability to work at a rapid pace under stressful conditions.
• Manual dexterity to perform echocardiograms.

Reporting:

• Director of Cardiovascular Services.

Exposure and Physical Requirements:

• Bloodborne pathogen C.
• May be exposed to physical injury, infectious diseases and airborne and blood borne pathogens.
• Requires knowledge of safety standards to limit exposure to infectious diseases.
• Lifting patients, pushing heavy equipment, beds, and carts.