Pediatric Sonographer Intern - Cardiovascular Lab

Pediatric Student Sonographer Intern

The Pediatric Student Sonographer Intern will gain valuable hands-on clinical experience performing echocardiographic procedures under the direct supervision of licensed and registered cardiac sonographers. This role offers an opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world healthcare environment while developing technical proficiency, critical thinking skills, and professional competence in cardiovascular ultrasound. The internship provides exposure to patient care, imaging protocols, and industry best practices, helping prepare students for a successful career in diagnostic medical sonography.

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: Part time

FTE: 0.50

Job Exempt: No

Work Shift: Days (United States of America)

Responsibilities:

• Assist cardiac (adult or pediatric) and vascular sonographers with patient preparation, positioning, and education to ensure a positive and comfortable patient experience.
• Observe and participate in echocardiographic and vascular ultrasound procedures under the direct supervision of registered sonographers.
• Support the acquisition of high-quality diagnostic images and assist with measurements and preliminary documentation as directed by supervising staff.
• Learn the operation, care, and maintenance of ultrasound equipment, ensuring exam rooms and equipment are clean, organized, and ready for patient use.
• Collaborate with sonographers, physicians, and other healthcare team members to support exceptional patient care and accurate diagnostic outcomes.
• Adhere to all patient privacy requirements, safety standards, infection prevention protocols, and organizational policies.
• Participate in clinical education opportunities, case reviews, competency development activities, and feedback sessions to strengthen technical and professional skills.
• Demonstrate professionalism, compassion, and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient-centered care.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment while supporting daily department operations.
• Perform additional duties and learning activities as assigned to support the imaging department and internship objectives.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited Cardiovascular Sonography, Echocardiography, or Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
• Strong interest in cardiovascular imaging and a commitment to learning in a clinical healthcare environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to all organizational policies and professional standards.

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.

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