Senior Ultrasound Tech (Obstetrics and Gynecology)

Extended Job Title
Senior Ultrasound Tech (Obstetrics and Gynecology)

Org Level 1
Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso

Position Description
Produces two dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs by performing the following duties. Works under general supervision, functions independently within established guidelines and procedures. Work is performed under usual clinic and office conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Requires a high degree of contact with patients and physicians.

Requisition ID
30176BR

Travel Required
Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions

• Prepares patients for ultrasound exam, explains procedure and ensures technical quality
• Performs accurate operation of ultrasound equipment (trans-abdominally and trans-vaginally) to perform the following types of scans: a) Nuchal Translucency and first trimester examinations, b) Fetal anatomic survey, including genetic ultrasound, and follow-up sonograms, c) Transvaginal cervical length
• Accurate operation of ultrasound equipment to provide ultrasound guidance to physicians as they perform prenatal diagnostic procedures (amniocentesis/amnio infusion/amnio dye test) and gynecologic ultrasound guided procedures (e.g. saline infusion sonography)
• Demonstrates ability to perform pelvic ultrasound examinations and assess pelvic structures and masses, determinate endometrial thickness and morphology, perform color flow analysis of uterine and ovarian lesions, assess early normal and abnormal pregnancy, etc.
• Performs analysis of sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, prepares preliminary report and communicates findings to the appropriate physician
• Assists in care of ultrasound equipment by following daily departmental procedures
• Recognizes and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to the Director of Ultrasound Division/Manager and/or supervisor

Grant Funded?
No

Minimum Hire Rate
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications

Pay Basis
Hourly

Schedule Details
Monday - Friday 8a - 5p

Work Location
El Paso

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Experience with GE Voluson ElO

Campus
HSC - El Paso

Department
Ob Gyn Dept Elp Genl

Required Attachments
Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV

Job Type
Full Time

Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.

Job Group
Skilled Technicians

Shift
Day

EEO Statement
As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicants race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.



Required Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from an approved Two-Year College or Technical School in a medical or related field
• RDMS registry in OB-GYN
• At least two years of OB-GYN ultrasound experience OR degree from certified ultrasound program of at least one year

Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No

Navy Enlisted Classification Code
HM

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code
68P

Air Force Specialty Code
4R0X1

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