Ultrasound Technologist 1, Vascular Lab, Full-Time

2 weeks ago

Doral, United States University of Miami Full time

Current Employees:

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Shift: Full-Time (40 hrs.) Days, evenings, nights (depending on availability) occasional on call and weekends may be required

Work Location: UM Hospital UTower - Vascular Lab

Performs routine and specialty sonographic procedures in cases involving all levels of difficulty.
Performs complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of Ultrasound scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures under the direction/supervision of a Radiologist using age-appropriate standards of practice.
Ensures the diagnostic quality of all scans through extensive knowledge of ultrasound techniques, disease processes, and technical pitfalls.
Makes preliminary interpretations of the ultrasound examination to bring areas of suspected pathology to the attention of attending physician or fellow.
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.
Assists physicians in the performance of invasive and special procedures.
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.
Cleans and maintains ultrasound equipment, assures proper operation of instruments, reports equipment malfunction to appropriate staff, and performs quality assurance tests.
Performs portable bedside examinations.
Trains co-workers, ultrasound students, residents, fellows, and visiting personnel.
Participates in quality improvement activities to ensure continuous improvement of services provided.
Follows safety and infection control standards.
Completes all required paperwork, and performs computer functions, such as entering reports, recording completed procedures, logging studies, and ordering procedures.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities, as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing: Certification in relevant specialty or field

Experience:
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends, as necessary.
• Commitment to the University's core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in computer software (i.e., Microsoft Office).

Department Specific Functions:

1. Obtains and reviews the order for a Vascular Ultrasound scan.
2. Ensures that clinical indication is appropriate to the type of exam ordered by physician. Notifies supervisor of any discrepancies and/or contacts physician's office for correct orders if necessary.
3. Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
4. Verify the patient's ID by verifying name and date of birth from electronic medical record and patient's wristband.
5. Always obtain necessary consents and education.
6. Ability to integrate diagnostic, laboratory results, patient history and medical records and adapt exam as necessary. Adheres to Vascular Ultrasound protocols to maintain high quality standards.
7. Consistently demonstrates complete competence in perfonning Vascular Ultrasound scans as ordered.
8. As required during a procedure, assists positioning patients in required anatomical position for display of body for Vascular Ultrasound scans using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.
9. Maintain proper aseptic technique utilizing universal precaution guidelines (hand washing, gloves, gown, mask, eye protection and equipment disinfection).
10. Assist Vascular Attending/Fellow with imaging procedures, starting IV's, and injecting contrast, if applicable.
11. Evaluate Ultrasound scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately measure and label. Transmit to PACS.
12. Schedule patients for procedures; assist with clerical functions.
13. Charge procedures and supplies in UChart/Radiant.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H9

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