Sonographer

Lifepoint Health • Las Cruces, NM

2d

About The Position

The Sonographer performs a variety of diagnostic ultrasonographic procedures and provides imaging services to patients of all ages. The role includes preparing patients for procedures, operating ultrasound equipment for diagnostic exams and routine invasive procedures, maintaining equipment and records, supporting scheduling and patient flow, and assisting physicians with invasive procedures while following sterile technique and infection-control guidelines. The Sonographer reviews physician requisitions and recognizes visualized anatomy and pathology within the limitations of the equipment.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a related field.
• ARDMS registration; new graduates must be ARDMS eligible and pass a test in at least one area, such as Abdomen or OBGYN, including physics, within one year of employment.
• New Mexico license to practice as a Sonographer.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients, explain procedures, and help ensure their comfort.
• Provide imaging services to patients of all ages.
• Operate ultrasound equipment to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices.
• Maintain equipment and supplies and organize the work area.
• Maintain accurate records, assist with ultrasound scheduling, and support smooth patient flow.
• Review physician requisitions for complete procedure information and refer questions to the ultrasound physician before performing procedures.
• Assist radiologists or referring physicians with invasive procedures using sterile technique and infection-control guidelines.
• Recognize the significance of structures visualized on the monitor and distinguish artifacts from anatomic or pathologic structures within equipment limitations.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree