Ultrasound Specialist - Paseo PRESNow

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Staff safety badge

Shift differentials (night/weekend)

Malpractice insurance

Loan forgiveness program

Epic electronic charting

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque, NM seeks an Ultrasound Specialist to perform a broad range of ultrasound exams, including vascular studies, and provide patient-focused care. The role collaborates with radiologists and multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate imaging and safe procedures.

The ideal candidate will have NM licensure, ARDMS eligibility, BLS certification, and a commitment to quality and continuous learning within a dynamic imaging department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program (associate degree or diploma) required.
• Specialized vascular ultrasound training may be considered with prior ultrasound coursework.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound and vascular imaging procedures (carotid duplex, arterial/venous Doppler, ABI testing).
• Assess patients and correlate findings with histories for appropriate imaging.
• Obtain high-quality images and document measurements for physician interpretation.
• Educate patients about procedures and ensure comfort and safety.
• Assist with ultrasound-guided procedures while maintaining sterile technique.
• Complete patient documentation, charges, and records in PACS/RIS.
• Maintain imaging equipment and participate in on-call coverage and team activities.

Skills

Vascular ultrasound

General ultrasound

Patient care

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Specialized vascular ultrasound training

Tools

PACS RIS

EPIC system

Job description

Location Address:

6400 Paseo Del Norte NEAlbuquerque, NM 87113

Compensation Pay Range:

Minimum Offer $36.41Maximum Offer $62.00

Summary:

Join our dynamic imaging team as an Ultrasound Specialist, where your expertise plays a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and advancing diagnostic excellence. In this role, you will perform a wide range of general and vascular ultrasound examinations, utilizing advanced imaging technology to provide accurate, high-quality diagnostic information that supports timely medical decision-making.

The ideal candidate is a skilled and compassionate sonographer who combines strong clinical judgment with a patient-centered approach. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams, assist with ultrasound-guided procedures, and contribute to a culture of quality, safety, and continuous learning. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your technical expertise, professionalism, and commitment to excellence directly impact patient outcomes every day.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity: PRNFTE: 0.00Job Exempt: NoWork Shift: Varied Days and Hours (United States of America)

Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound and vascular imaging procedures, including carotid duplex, arterial and venous Doppler studies of upper and lower extremities, abdominal aorta duplex imaging, groin studies, and ankle-brachial index (ABI) testing.
• Assess patients, review clinical histories, and correlate findings to ensure appropriate imaging studies are performed.
• Obtain and evaluate high-quality diagnostic images, accurately document measurements and calculations, and prepare technical summaries for physician interpretation.
• Recognize normal and abnormal findings, identify imaging artifacts, communicate urgent or significant findings, and seek guidance when necessary.
• Educate patients regarding procedures, answer questions, and provide compassionate care while ensuring patient comfort, safety, and dignity during examinations.
• Assist physicians with ultrasound-guided procedures, including biopsies and other invasive exams, while maintaining sterile technique.
• Complete and maintain accurate patient documentation, reports, charges, and records using PACS, RIS, and other hospital information systems.
• Ensure successful image transmission and documentation within PACS and related imaging systems.
• Adhere to department, regulatory, quality assurance, infection prevention, and patient safety standards.
• Assist with patient positioning, transfers, and post-procedure monitoring as appropriate.
• Maintain ultrasound equipment, probes, and related devices; assist with supply inventory, stocking, and evaluation of new equipment and techniques.
• Participate in on-call coverage, staff meetings, continuing education activities, and departmental initiatives.
• Support the education, training, and evaluation of students and less experienced staff.
• Assist with departmental operations, including clerical responsibilities, workflow coordination, staffing support, and other duties within the ultrasound scope of practice to support patient care.

Qualifications:

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, including completion of an associate degree, diploma, or equivalent ultrasound-specific coursework required.
• Specialized vascular ultrasound training from a vocational or technical program may be considered in combination with prior general ultrasound training.

Licensure & Certifications

• Current New Mexico Diagnostic Medical Sonographer License (DMS-NM) required; provisional or temporary licensure may be considered.
• ARDMS registry eligible at time of hire.
• Must obtain and maintain two (2) ARDMS registries within two (2) years of hire.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in general and vascular ultrasound preferred.

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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

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The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

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