ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST TRAVELER

Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Reimbursement available!

Receive 17% weekday nights, 26% weekend nights, or 15% weekend day shift differentials!


Department: Women's Imaging Outreach
FTE: 1.00
Full Time
Shift: Days


Position Summary:
Perform comprehensive diagnostic ultrasound imaging examinations in accordance with established guidelines and protocols under the supervision of a perinatologist for subsequent evaluation and treatment. Ob/Gyn high-risk obstetrical examinations include but are not limited to: comprehensive ultrasound examinations, nuchal translucency, fetal echocardiograms, Doppler assessment of the middle cerebral artery, umbilical artery, ductus venosus, uterine artery, biophysical profiles, and endovaginal scans. Competence in performing ultrasound-guided invasive procedures, including amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, and other procedures required in Maternal-Fetal Medicine settings. Adherence to protocols and procedures in high-risk settings. Must be able to work independently and as a team with excellent communication skills. Ensure adherence to Hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment includes adolescent, and adult age groups.


Detailed responsibilities:
* PATIENT CARE - Perform ultrasound techniques and examinations including abdominal, obstetric, gynecological, small parts, and minor surgical procedures
* PATIENT CARE - Position and transfer patients comfortably
* PATIENT CARE - Select and operate equipment; select proper technical factors based on individual patient needs assessment
* PATIENT CARE - Obtain patient history and clinical data for correlation with sonogram; maintain records of examination data and other pertinent information on patient
* SCHEDULING - Schedule cases to coordinate with other patient exams
* ENVIRONMENT - Maintain aseptic work area; maintain adequate supply levels
* QUALITY - Perform quality assurance tasks in calibrating and adjusting equipment
* SUPPLIES - Assist designated supervisor in monitoring inventory
* TRAINING - Educate staff in didactic and/or clinical techniques of diagnostic sonography
* PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
* PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
* PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
* PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"
* PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes



Qualifications




Education:
Essential:
* Program Graduate
Education specialization:
Essential:
* Ultrasonography CAAHEP Accredited (AMA)


Experience:
Essential:


Nonessential:
1 to 3 years OB/GYN and/or MFM experience


Credentials:
Essential:
* CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
* Valid New Mexico Driver's License
* UNM Vehicle Operator's Permit w/in 60 days
* ARDMS or Ultrasound Cert from Amer Reg Radiologic Technolog
* NM Med Imag & Rad Therapy Lic (NMMIRT)
* ARDMS-Fetal Echocardiography w/in 26 months of position
Nonessential:
* ARDMS - Fetal Echocardiography



Physical Conditions:
Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.


Working conditions:
Essential:
* Med Haz: Mod exposure to chemicals/dangerous equip/materials
* Subject to random alcohol and substance testing
* May be required or is required to perform on-call duties


Department: Clinical Nursing Support