Ultrasound Specialist - PRESNow 24/7 ED/UC Menaul

PRESNow is seeking an Ultrasound Specialist.

Performs diagnostic ultrasound exams for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician. Takes call

Type of Opportunity: Per Required Need
FTE: 0.001000
Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Varied Days and Hours

Two years of ultrasound specific college coursework, associate degree or diploma in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Trade or vocational school in vascular ultrasound may be considered with previous general ultrasound training.

ARDMS certification within one year of hire.

Must hold and maintain current New Mexico State Licensure (DMS-NM) under the New Mexico Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program. Provisional or temp license may be considered.

Current BLS required

Education:
Essential:
* High School Diploma or GED

Credentials:
Essential:
* Reg Diagnostic Med Sonographer

RDMS & DMS-NM

Current BLS is required.

* Successful transmission of images to PACS

*Schedules ultrasound cases to coordinate with other patient exams.

*Educates patient prior to scanning procedure explaining the procedure and answering patient questions.

*Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and ultrasound department policy such as blood pressures (pre and post exam) and post invasive procedure patient follow up. Maintains records of exam data and other pertinent information on patients. Uses Radiology Information System, hospital information systems as required.

*Assists physician in such procedures as needle biopsies, amniocentesis, renal biopsies, etc. Scans patient, marks patient body, determines angle for puncture, assists as necessary. Has knowledge of and maintains sterile technique.

*Maintains established hospital radiology and ultrasound policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.

*Positions and transfers patients comfortably.

*Assists in maintaining upkeep of department and equipment - including ordering and stocking supplies when necessary.

*Attends section staff meetings, pertinent in-services, workshops and/or seminars for continuing education to enhance professional growth and development.

*Takes call for ultrasound procedures.

*Works with, oversees and evaluates student ultrasound technologists

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