Ultrasound Specialist - PRESNow-ABQ - 24/7 ED/UC Coors
US-NM-Albuquerque
Careers (External)
Req #: 42354
Type: Part-Time1
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Overview: The Coors location of PRESNow is seeking an Ultrasound Specialist. Performs General and Vascular ultrasound exams for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician. Performs General ultrasound to include but not limited to abdominal, OB/Gyn, and small parts. Performs Vascular ultrasound to include but not limited to LEV, LEA, UEA, UEV, and Carotid exams. Takes call as needed. Type of Opportunity: Part Time (.45 to .89) FTE: 0.600000 Exempt: No Work Schedule: Nights How you belong matters here. At Presbyterian, it's not just what we do that matters. It's how we do it - and it starts with our incredible team. Our employees make a meaningful impact on the healthcare provided to our patients and members. Why Join Us * Benefits: We offer a wide range of benefits including medical, wellness program, vision, dental, paid time off, retirement and more for FT employees. * PRN/PT (working less than a .45 FTE) employee benefits available for this position such as medical, gym memberships and an employee wellness program. Responsibilities: * Successful transmission of images to PACS * Schedules ultrasound cases to coordinate with other patient exams. * Educates patient before 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 the patient mark the patient's body, determine the angle for puncture, and assist 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. Qualifications: * High School Diploma or GED * 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 eligible and must have two ARDMS registries within two years 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: * NM Diagnositc Medical Sonography * Reg Diagnostic Med Sonographer * Current BLS is required.
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