UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center · 6 hours ago
SONOGRAPHER INTERN
UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center is seeking a Sonographer Intern to assist in performing sonographic studies under the supervision of a registered Sonographer. The role involves preparing exam rooms, assisting with patient assessments, and participating in quality assurance protocols while gaining hands-on experience in the Radiology department.
Responsibilities
Assist Sonographer in preparing exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies and procedures
Assist Sonographer with reviewing patient medical history and all supporting clinical information
Assist Sonographer in assuming responsibility for the safety of the patient during the sonographic examination
Assist Sonographer in conducting patient clinical assessment
Assist Sonographer during diagnostic medical sonography examination
Under Sonographer direction, perform/review sonography examination to ensure appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images
Review examination images, synthesize examination results, and assist with preparing the preliminary findings for use by the Sonographer
Assist Sonographer with Quality Assurance protocols and quality improvement measures within the facility
Participate in equipment cleaning, QC process and documentation, crash cart daily and monthly checks, inventory and stocking of medical supplies and linen, and evaluation of scheduled patients for appropriateness
Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, administrators and members of the healthcare team
Qualification
Required
Current ARDMS Ultrasound Training Pgm-Last Six Months
CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
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
Med Haz: Mod exposure to chemicals/dangerous equip/materials
May be required to travel to various work sites
May work rotating shifts, holidays and weekends
Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required
Company
UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center
At UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center (SRMC), you benefit from the personal attention of a community hospital and the expertise and resources of an academic health care facility.