Permanent Ultrasound Tech - General

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 may include neonate pediatric adolescent adult and geriatric age groups.Detailed responsibilities:* PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies procedures and protocols* PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes* 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 CARE - Position and transfer patients comfortably* 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 CARE - Perform ultrasound techniques and examinations including abdominal obstetric gynecological small parts and minor surgical procedures* 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 sonographyQualificationsEducation:Essential:* Program GraduateEducation specialization:Essential:* Ultrasonography CAAHEP Accredited (AMA)Experience:Essential:2 years directly related experienceNonessential:1 to 3 years OB/GYN and/or MFM experienceCredentials: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 EchocardiographyPhysical 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* Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required