About this role
Location Address:
4801 Beckner Road Santa Fe, NM 87507
Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $39.15 Maximum Offer $66.64
Summary:
- Performs general diagnostic ultrasound exams and related data for subsequent evaluation and treatment by the attending physician. *Performs all cardiac ultrasound (echocardiograms); Produces images of the heart to show hemodynamics and function. *Performs all routine vascular exams for evaluation of possible abnormal vascular defects or disease *Exams are digitally acquired, and measurements are obtained per each specific modality. Ensures patient safety through the use of procedure protocols and policies. *Takes call as needed.
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
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Department
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EPIC electronic charting system
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Type of Opportunity: Full time
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FTE: 1.00
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Job Exempt: No
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Work Shift: 10 Hour Nights (United States of America)
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Responsibilities:
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*Perform general ultrasound, vascular ultrasound, and echocardiogram studies independently.
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*Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the practice of general ultrasound, vascular ultrasound, and echocardiography.
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Apply independent judgment during the exam to determine the need for any additional imaging enhancement.
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*Recognize, fully evaluate, and document any abnormalities or anomalies in general ultrasound, vascular exams, and echocardiograms.
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*Requires detailed knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology, and principles of ultrasound.
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*Demonstrates knowledge and critical thinking skills with the ability to recognize, analyze, and resolve problems to ensure completion of performed exam (s).
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*Alert provider to critical findings.
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*Assists provider in procedures, such as needle biopsies, amniocentesis, renal biopsies, etc. Scans and marks the patient's body to determine the ideal angle for punctures and assists as necessary.
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*Knowledge and understanding of sterile techniques throughout the procedure.
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Knowledge and understanding of high-level disinfection (HLD) process.
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*Accurately completes charges for all exams performed in the EHR system as well as initiates and assign the preliminary report in PACS.
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*Attends section staff meetings, pertinent in-services, workshops and/or seminars for continuing education to enhance professional growth and development.
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*Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations by infections disease, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
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*Maintains and documents communications with physicians and nursing units regarding test results.
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*Maintains established hospital/departmental and specialty area (s) and ultrasound policies, procedures, competencies, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
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*Communicate with the patient in a manner appropriate to the patient¿s ability to understand.
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*Function as a team member to organize and prioritize responsibilities to complete daily work requirements.
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*Participates in and endorses the established PHS Policies and Procedures and guest relations programs.
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*Knowledge of Joint Commission regulations for the department.
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*Available for on-call as needed.
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*Assists in maintaining upkeep of department and equipment - including ordering and stocking supplies when necessary.
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*Works with, oversees any ultrasound student
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*Performs other duties and functions as required.
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Qualifications:
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*Associate’s degree in related health science or graduate of an accredited program preferred in related field.
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*New Mexico Sonography License required.
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*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 two (2) of the following qualified modalities as an initial licensure:
Diagnostic Sonography:
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Abdomen (AB)
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Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN)
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Breast (BR)
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Pediatric Sonography (PS)
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ARRT (S)
Vascular Sonography:
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Registered Vascular Technology (RVT)
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Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
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ARRT (VS)
Cardiac Sonography:
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Adult Echocardiography (AE)
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Pediatric Echocardiography (PE)
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We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
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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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Learn more about our employee benefits.
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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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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.
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Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
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AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
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Compensation Disclaimer
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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.