ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST - TRAVELER

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials Compensation Disclaimer Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department:

Gallup Multidisciplinary Clin FTE:

1.00

Full Time Shift:

Days Position Summary:

Perform comprehensive diagnostic ultrasound imaging examinations in accordance with established guidelines and protocols under the supervision of a perinatologist for subsequent evaluation and treatment. Ob/Gyn high-risk obstetrical examinations include but are not limited to: comprehensive ultrasound examinations, nuchal translucency, fetal echocardiograms, Doppler assessment of the middle cerebral artery, umbilical artery, ductus venosus, uterine artery, biophysical profiles, and endovaginal scans. Competence in performing ultrasound-guided invasive procedures, including amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, and other procedures required in Maternal-Fetal Medicine settings. Adherence to protocols and procedures in high-risk settings. Must be able to work independently and as a team with excellent communication skills. Ensure adherence to Hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities:

PATIENT SAFETY 1

• Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols

PATIENT SAFETY 2

• Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes

PATIENT SAFETY 3

• Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk

PATIENT SAFETY 4

• Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner

PATIENT CARE

• Position and transfer patients comfortably

PATIENT SAFETY 5

• Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

PATIENT CARE

• Perform ultrasound techniques and examinations including abdominal, obstetric, gynecological, small parts, and minor surgical procedures

PATIENT CARE

• Select and operate equipment; select proper technical factors based on individual patient needs assessment

PATIENT CARE

• Obtain patient history and clinical data for correlation with sonogram; maintain records of examination data and other pertinent information on patient

SCHEDULING

• Schedule cases to coordinate with other patient exams

ENVIRONMENT

• Maintain aseptic work area; maintain adequate supply levels
• QUALITY
• Perform quality assurance tasks in calibrating and adjusting equipment

SUPPLIES

• Assist designated supervisor in monitoring inventory

TRAINING

• Educate staff in didactic and/or clinical techniques of diagnostic sonography

Qualifications Education:

Essential:

• Program Graduate Education specialization:

Essential:

• Ultrasonography CAAHEP Accredited (AMA)

Experience:

Essential:

2 years directly related experience

Nonessential:

1 to 3 years OB/GYN and/or MFM experience

Credentials:

Essential:

• CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
• Valid New Mexico Driver's License
• UNM Vehicle Operator's Permit w/in 60 days
• ARDMS or Ultrasound Cert from Amer Reg Radiologic Technolog
• NM Med Imag & Rad Therapy Lic (NMMIRT)
• ARDMS

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Fetal Echocardiography Physical Conditions:

Medium Work:

Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Working conditions:

Essential:

Med Haz:

Mod exposure to chemicals/dangerous equip/materials

• Subject to random alcohol and substance testing
• May be required or is required to perform on-call duties
• Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required

Sign-On Bonus Available Relocation Assistance Available Department:

Clinical Nursing Support