ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST - TRAVELER II

Sign-On Bonus AvailableRelocation Assistance AvailableReceive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentialsMinimum Offer$ 40.04/hr.Maximum Offer$ 62.00/hr.Compensation DisclaimerCompensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.Department: Women's Imaging Outreach FTE: 0.80 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 - 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 Department: Clinical Nursing Support