Ultrasound Technologist 2 (H)

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Surgery department has an exciting opportunity for a full time Ultrasound Technologist 2 position. The incumbent performs all ultrasound and vascular procedures at a level that will require no supervision of technical detail. The Ultrasound Technologist 2 performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment to locate, evaluate, and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data. Moreover, the incumbent schedules and coordinates tests, records test results and prepares and maintains operational logs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Certification in relevant specialty or field (RVT Certification) required.
Minimum 3 year of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

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.
Follow up on weekly physician billing of all ultrasonography studies performed in-office, report pending/incomplete billing issues to physicians for resolution in a timely manner.
Maintain all medical supplies in room(s) up to date, check for and appropriately dispose of any expiring items accordingly.
Responsible for maintaining all professional licenses required for the job, active and in good standing, including Basic Life Support (BLS), as required of all clinical personnel.
Confirm ultrasound clinic(s) 24-48 hours prior.
Complete all ULearn/Departmental assigned trainings and CBL’s as scheduled according to University Policy.
Other duties assigned according to department operational needs.