Ultrasound Specialist - Ultrasound

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition and certification reimburse

Scholarship opportunities

Loan forgiveness (NM HED)

Malpractice liability insurance

On-site and community gyms

Wearable safety badge program

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is seeking a skilled Ultrasound Technician for night shifts in Albuquerque, NM. The role requires registered sonographer credentials, NM licensure, and ARDMS certification within one year of hire.

You will perform diagnostic ultrasound exams, maintain patient records, and assist in procedures with a focus on safety and quality. We offer sign-on and relocation bonuses for qualified candidates, competitive pay, and opportunities for education reimbursement, plus a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
• NM Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• ARDMS certification within one year of hire.
• Must hold and maintain current New Mexico State Licensure (DMS-NM). Provisional or temp license may be considered.
• Current BLS.
• Two years of radiology ultrasound-specific college coursework preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transmit images to PACS.
• Schedule ultrasound cases with other patient exams.
• Educate patient before scanning procedure and answer questions.
• Document exam data and maintain records; use Radiology Information System and hospital information systems.
• Assist physician in procedures such as needle biopsies, amniocentesis, renal biopsies; maintain sterile technique.
• Maintain department policies, safety and infection control standards.
• Position and transfer patients.
• Maintain upkeep of department and equipment; order and stock supplies.
• Attend staff meetings and continuing education.
• Take call for ultrasound procedures and supervise student ultrasound technologists.

Education

High School Diploma or GED; Associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography preferred

Associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Location Address:

1100 Central Ave SEAlbuquerque, NM 87106-4930

Compensation Pay Range:

Minimum Offer $36.41Maximum Offer $62.00

Summary:

Presbyterian is seeking a skilled and compassionate Ultrasound Technician to join our team. Performing diagnostic ultrasound exams for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician.
Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.

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: Full timeFTE: 1.00Job Exempt: NoWork Shift: Nights (United States of America)

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.Works with, oversees, and evaluates student ultrasound technologists.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Registered Diagnostic Med Sonographer
• NM Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• ARDMS certification within one year 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.
• Two years of radiology ultrasound - specific college coursework preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.

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Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

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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.

Compensation Disclaimer

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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