Ultrasound Specialist — Growth, Perks & Impact

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Scholarship opportunities

Malpractice liability insurance

Loan forgiveness program

EPIC electronic charting system

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services seeks an Ultrasound Technician to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physicians.

The role involves scheduling, patient education, and documentation, with opportunities for growth including tuition reimbursement, certification support, and loan forgiveness. Night/weekend differentials may apply, and a comprehensive wellness program is offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

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, marks the patient’s body, determines the angle for puncture, and assists as necessary.
• 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

Skills

Ultrasound tech

PACs RIS usage

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

NM Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Registered Diagnostic Med Sonographer

ARDMS certification within 1 year of hire

New Mexico State Licensure (DMS-NM)

BLS certification

Job description

Presbyterian Healthcare Services seeks an Ultrasound Technician to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physicians.

The role involves scheduling, patient education, and documentation, with opportunities for growth including tuition reimbursement, certification support, and loan forgiveness. Night/weekend differentials may apply, and a comprehensive wellness program is offered.