Ultrasound Specialist

Location Address:

4801 Beckner Road , Santa Fe, New Mexico 87507, United States of America

Compensation Pay Range:

Minimum Offer $:

34.68

Maximum Offer for this position is up to $:

52.95

Job Description:

Presbyterian is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this role, you will ensure the successful transmission of images to PACS while scheduling ultrasound cases to align with other patient exams. Educating patients about procedures, answering their questions, and documenting vital information such as blood pressure readings and post-procedure follow-ups will be key aspects of your responsibilities. You'll manage records using Radiology Information Systems and other hospital tools as needed.

This position involves assisting physicians with procedures like needle biopsies, amniocentesis, and renal biopsies by scanning patients, marking body areas, determining angles for punctures, and maintaining sterile techniques. You will adhere to radiology and ultrasound policies, ensuring compliance with quality assurance, safety, and infection control standards. Additionally, you'll position and transfer patients, maintain department equipment, and order or stock supplies as needed.

Your role will include attending staff meetings, participating in in-services and workshops for professional development, and taking calls for ultrasound procedures. You will also oversee and evaluate student ultrasound technologists, contributing to the growth of the next generation of healthcare professionals.

If you're committed to excellence in patient care and are passionate about advancing your expertise, join us at Presbyterian to make a meaningful impact in the field of healthcare.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

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

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This position is eligible for the Northern New Mexico differential of $4.00 per hour. (This differential may be adjusted or discontinued based on business requirements.)

Additional Job Description:

• Associates Degree in related health science or graduate of an accredited program preferred in related field.

• Competence in the specialty area(s) to be performed.

• New Mexico Sonography License required.

• Sonographer certification by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and/or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) required.

Must have one (1) of the following qualified modalities as an initial licensure:

Diagnostic Sonography:

Abdomen (AB)

Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN)

Breast (BR)

Pediatric Sonography (PS)

ARRT (S)

Vascular Sonography:

Registered Vascular Technology (RVT)

Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)

ARRT (VS)

Cardiac Sonography:

Adult Echocardiography (AE)

Pediatric Echocardiography (PE)

• Current BLS required.

Type of Opportunity:

PRN

FTE:

0

Job Exempt:

No

Work Shift:

Varied Days and Hours (United States of America)

Summary:

Performs diagnostic ultrasound exams for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending provider.

Benefits are effective day-one (for .45 FTE and above) and include:

• Competitive salaries
• Full medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Free wellness programs
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement plans, including matching employer contributions
• Continuing education and career development opportunities
• Life insurance and short/long term disability programs

About Us

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-speciality medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, it is the state's largest private employer with approximately 11,000 employees.

Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who have chosen to work here. Starting with Reverend Cooper who began our journey in 1908, the hard work of thousands of physicians, employees, board members, and other volunteers brought Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system, serving more than 700,000 New Mexicans.

Presbyterian Santa Fe exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve in Northern New Mexico. Through our commitment to these communities, we are expanding choice, enhancing quality and elevating the patient experience.

About New Mexico

New Mexico's unique blend of Spanish, Mexican and Native American influences contribute to a culturally rich lifestyle. Add in Albuquerque's International Balloon Fiesta, Los Alamos' nuclear scientists, Roswell's visitors from outer space, and Santa Fe's artists, and you get an eclectic mix of people, places and experiences that make this state great.

Cities in New Mexico are continually ranked among the nation's best places to work and live by Forbes magazine, Kiplinger's Personal Finance, and other corporate and government relocation managers like Worldwide ERC.

New Mexico offers endless recreational opportunities to explore, and enjoy an active lifestyle. Venture off the beaten path, challenge your body in the elements, or open yourself up to the expansive sky. From hiking, golfing and biking to skiing, snowboarding and boating, it's all available among our beautiful wonders of the west.

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