Sonographer II PRN

Las Palmas Medical Center; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits, including 401k

Wellbeing & paid time off

Education and certification support

Job summary

Las Palmas Medical Center in El Paso, TX is seeking a Sonographer II PRN to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams, interpret images, and support patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires ARDMS or ARRT (S) certification, completion of an accredited sonography program, and strong communication with patients. This PRN role involves utilizing advanced ultrasound equipment and adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate
• Graduate of an accredited Sonography program
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and positioning
• Knowledge of department, hospital and universal infection control policies
• Must have effective communication and listening skills

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment with knowledge of A-mode, M-mode, B-mode and Doppler
• Maintain image quality by following standards and recognizing artifacts
• Prepare patients for procedures and explain treatments
• Troubleshoot equipment, perform preventive maintenance and coordinate repairs
• Document patient care in records and ensure infection-control compliance
• Contribute to team by achieving related results as needed
• Receive orders from licensed practitioners for examinations

Skills

Effective communication

Listening skills

Education

High School Graduate

Accredited Sonography program graduate

Tools

Ultrasound equipment proficiency

Job description

Job Summary And Qualifications

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Sonographer II PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Las Palmas Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

POSITION SUMMARY: A diagnostic medical sonographer, or ultrasound technologist, is a person who uses ultrasound machines to view and interpret images with sound waves for the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.

POPULATION SERVED: Core competencies will be assessed primarily on the following patient population(s) served: Cardiovascular, GI, GU, GYN conditions and diseases including but not limited to: cholecystitis, BPH, oncology, uterine fibroids, fetal ultrasound, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate ultrasound equipment to its full capability with knowledge of an A-mode, M-mode, B-mode, Doppler, and real time techniques, selecting the proper transducer frequency and diameter for performance of the examination.
• Maintains production and quality of images by following established standards and procedures; capable of recognizing a diagnostic quality scan as well as artifacts from anatomic/pathologic structures.
• Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
• Ensures operation of ultrasound equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains ultrasound supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.
• Prepares patient for ultrasound procedure by positioning patient; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Receives verbal orders for examinations from a licensed practitioner.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Registered by the ARDMS or ARRT (S)
• Current BCLS certification

Required Education/Experience

• High School Graduate
• Graduate of an accredited Sonography program
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and positioning
• Knowledge of department, hospital and universal infection control policies
• Must have effective communication and listening skills

Preferred Education, Licensure, Certification, Experience, Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• At least two years of experience/training in diagnostic ultrasound in at least two specialty areas (i.e. abdomen and Ob/Gyn)
• Extensive experience with available Ultrasound equipment in terms of product evolution, troubleshooting and quality control

Benefits

Las Palmas Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

Las Palmas Medical Center is a 300+ bed full-service hospital in El Paso. It is home to the region’s only kidney transplant center. The facility offers a range of services including emergency care with a Level III trauma center, cardiac care, women’s services, pediatric care and NICU, cancer care, and more. Las Palmas Medical Center is part of Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare. We are a leading healthcare provider for El Paso and the surrounding region that is part of HCA Healthcare.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

“Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.”- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status