Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiology (Weekend Shift)
Company: Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: January 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Location Address: 1100 Central Avenue SE , Albuquerque, New
Mexico 87106-4930, United States of America Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $: 37.29 Maximum Offer for this position is up to $:
56.92 Summary: Bring your expertise to a team where advanced
cardiac imaging, strong mentorship, and real growth opportunities
come together. As an echocardiographer (cardiac sonographer) with
our adult heart program, you'll work within a supportive and
team?oriented culture that encourages personal and professional
development. Echo Techs work within a sonography?led lab, under the
guidance of a supervisor, manager, and director—all with extensive
backgrounds in echocardiography. We are currently offering a
$20,000 sign-on bonus and $6,000 relocation assistance for
qualifying 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 Type of
Opportunity: Full time FTE: 1 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Varied
Days and Hours (United States of America) Responsibilities:
Echocardiography imaging: Perform comprehensive, diagnostic images
using 2D, 3D, color imaging to evaluate the structure and function
of the heart. Patient care: Ensure each echo is done in a
patient-centered, comfortable and safe environment. Sonographers
explain the process to patients and alert physicians of critical
findings or changes in patient condition that require further
evaluation. Reporting: Prepare preliminary echo reports including
relevant measurements. Outreach: Willingness to participate in
outreach clinics up to once a month, including potential overnight
stays at clinics that serve rural locations in NM with no other
access to congenital cardiac care. Call: Participate in weeknight
and weekend call. Sonographers take "Home Call" with call pay. On
average, sonographers are called in overnight approximately once a
month. Weekend call is typically 2-6 echoes on Saturdays and
Sundays and triaged by the on call pediatric cardiologist.
Collaboration: Work as a team with fellow sonographers and
physicians to ensure smooth patient flow and optimal imaging for
every patient. Equipment maintenance: Assist echo lab managers with
maintaining equipment and performing quality control. Continuing
Education: Participate in educational sessions to ensure we provide
the most up-to-date care to our patients. Qualifications: Level I
Cardiac Sonographer Graduate of a two (2) year Allied Health
Training Program in Ultrasound Technology or a graduate of
bachelor's program in health science (including, but not limited
to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology,
respiratory therapy, or nursing). 0-4 years' experience
inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound. ARDMS/RDCS (AE) OR CCI
(RCS) credential BLS required at the time of hire New Mexico State
Licensure under the New Mexico Medical Imaging and Radiation
Therapy Program (NMRTT) - New graduates must obtain within 90 days
Level II Cardiac Sonographer Graduate of a two (2) year Allied
Health Training Program in Ultrasound Technology or a graduate of
bachelor's program in health science (including, but not limited
to, cardiovascular technology, ultrasound, radiologic technology,
respiratory therapy, or nursing). 6 years of relevant experience
may be substituted in lieu of degree. 4-8 years' experience
inpatient/outpatient cardiac ultrasound. ARDMS/RDCS (AE) OR CCI
(RCS) credential BLS required at the time of hire New Mexico State
Licensure under the New Mexico Medical Imaging and Radiation
Therapy Program (NMRTT) Level III Cardiac Sonographer Graduate of a
two (2) year Allied Health Training Program in Ultrasound
Technology or a graduate of bachelor's program in health science
(including, but not limited to, cardiovascular technology,
ultrasound, radiologic technology, respiratory therapy, or
nursing). 8 or more years or more experience inpatient/outpatient
cardiac ultrasound. Degree required or in lieu of degree 10 years
of relevant experience. ARDMS/RDCS (AE) OR CCI (RCS) credential BLS
required at the time of hire New Mexico State Licensure under the
New Mexico Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program (NMRTT) Or
have promoted up with years of experience and assigned a Lead OR
resource sonographer. We're all about well-being, starting with
yours. Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and
unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based
gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation
resources, wellness challenges and more. Learn more about our
employee benefits. About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and
the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit
healthcare system 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
14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly
4,700 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 580,000 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. We're Determined to Support New Mexico's
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