Level I - Ultrasound Technologist
1 day ago
Miami
University of Miami is seeking a Ultrasound Technologist Level I for a job in Miami, Florida. Job Description & Requirements • Specialty: Ultrasound Technologist, • Discipline: Allied Health Professional, • Duration: Ongoing, • 40 hours per week, • Shift: 8 hours, days, evenings, nights 1. Performs routine and specialty sonographic procedures in cases involving all levels of difficulty., 2. Operates complex and highly technical equipment including 2-D, 3-D, color, power and spectral doppler modalities for various types of ultrasound examinations., 3. Ensures the diagnostic quality of all scans through extensive knowledge of ultrasound techniques, disease processes, and technical pitfalls., 4. Makes preliminary interpretations of the ultrasound examination to bring areas of suspected pathology to the attention of attending physician or fellow., 5. Checks patient’s chart to confirm ordered procedures, and acquires pertinent clinical information from the patient, hospital chart, electronic medical record system or other available sources., 6. Assists physicians in the performance of invasive and special procedures., 7. Greets patients appropriately, escorts patients to exam room, reassures patients, explains procedures prior to starting them, and answers questions. Adjusts explanations, communication style, and procedures according to the patients’ needs. Explains to patients and nurses correct preparations for procedures to be performed., 8. Cleans and maintains ultrasound equipment, assures proper operation of instruments, reports equipment malfunction to appropriate staff, and performs quality assurance tests., 9. Performs portable bedside examinations., 10. Trains co-workers, ultrasound students, residents, fellows, and visiting personnel., 11. Participates in quality improvement activities to insure continuous improvement of services provided., 12. Follows safety and infection control standards., 13. Completes all required paperwork, and performs computer functions, such as entering reports, recording completed procedures, logging studies, and ordering procedures. University of Miami Job ID #R100089659. About University of Miami The University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making the University a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 16,000 faculty and staff from all over the world. Benefits • Holiday Pay, • 403b retirement plan, • Sick pay, • Wellness and fitness programs, • Employee assistance programs, • Medical benefits, • Dental benefits, • Vision benefits, • Benefits start day 1, • Continuing Education, • Sign-On bonus