Overview
Cardiac Sonographer (Echo Tech) – $6,000 Sign On Bonus Jobs in Las Cruces, NM at MountainView Regional Medical Center
Job Details
- Job Type: Full-time
- Schedule: Day shift, Monday–Friday (7:30 AM – 4:30 PM) | Rotating weekends (typically 1 Saturday per 2-week pay period, replacing a weekday shift) | Rotating call schedule
- Location: Las Cruces, NM
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Echo Tech (Echocardiogram Technologist) to join our imaging team at Mountain View Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM. In this role, you will perform a variety of non-invasive diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures using independent judgment to capture clear, accurate images for physician evaluation.
You will work closely with cardiologists and healthcare teams to deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging, maintain patient safety and comfort, and support timely patient care.
Benefits & Compensation
- $6,000 Sign-on Bonus
- Relocation Assistance available
- Competitive Salary with a comprehensive benefits package
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Life Insurance
- 100% Licensure & Certification Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
Key Responsibilities
- Perform echocardiographic studies, including 2-D imaging, M-mode tracings, and Doppler recordings, adhering to departmental standards and physician guidelines.
- Direct procedures including Adult Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE), Full TTE, Limited TTE, Bubble Studies, and ultrasound enhancer administration (Note: This position does not perform vascular studies).
- Acquire quality Stress Echo and Dobutamine images following benchmark standards, completing post-exercise image acquisition within 60 seconds or less.
- Assist physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms (TEEs), ensuring optimal imaging and patient safety.
- Ensure patient safety, comfort, proper positioning, and accurate patient identification/consents prior to procedures.
- Accurately document preliminary reports, procedural results, and patient information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
- Prepares and maintains ultrasound equipment, supplies, and work areas to ensure readiness for patient care.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to communicate changes in patient condition during procedures for timely evaluation by reading cardiologists.
- Demonstrate competency in age-specific care, adapting imaging techniques to meet the physiological, emotional, and cognitive needs of each patient.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all facility policies and standards.
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience:
- 1–3 years of experience in echocardiography or cardiac sonography required. Pediatric or neonatal echocardiography experience is preferred.
Education & Primary Certification:
- Graduation from an accredited program recognized by CHEA, USDOE, or CMA with programmatic accreditation for diagnostic medical sonography / cardiac sonography / vascular technology; OR
- Active RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) certification required.
- Basic Life Support: Active BCLS required within the first 7 days of employment.
- Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
Preferred Certifications:
- RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) OR RCS (Registered Cardiac Sonographer) preferred.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- performing echocardiography or cardiac sonography: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- RDMS-certified OR DMS/DCS program by CHEA, USDOE, or CMA (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Cardiac Sonographer (Echo Tech) – $6,000 Sign On Bonus
Company: MountainView Regional Medical Center
Location: Las Cruces, NM
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