Ultrasound Technologist 1- Per Diem- Obstetrics & Gynecology

University of Miami•Miami, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is hiring a per-diem Ultrasound Technologist to work in Miami, Florida. The role performs routine and specialized ultrasound procedures, operates ultrasound scanners and related equipment, and obtains diagnostic-quality images in accordance with safety procedures and age-appropriate standards of practice. The technologist works under the direction or supervision of a radiologist and applies knowledge of ultrasound techniques, disease processes, and technical limitations to support accurate examinations. The position includes reviewing procedure orders and relevant clinical information, assisting physicians with invasive and special procedures, explaining examinations and preparations to patients, and adjusting communication and procedures to meet patient needs. The technologist maintains equipment, performs quality assurance, conducts portable bedside examinations, follows infection-control and safety standards, completes documentation and computer tasks, and participates in training and quality-improvement activities. Department-specific duties include performing transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasounds; assisting maternal-fetal medicine and gynecology providers with specified procedures; obtaining patient vitals; managing ultrasound orders in EPIC; maintaining supply inventory; documenting in AS software; and floating among department clinic locations. The posting identifies the position as part-time and temporary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
Certification in a relevant specialty or field.
Ability to complete 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, such as Microsoft Office.
An appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and specialty sonographic procedures, including examinations involving varying levels of difficulty.
Operate ultrasound scanners and related equipment while following prescribed safety procedures and age-appropriate standards of practice.
Ensure scans meet diagnostic quality standards through knowledge of ultrasound techniques, disease processes, and technical pitfalls.
Make preliminary interpretations and alert the attending physician or fellow to areas of suspected pathology.
Review patient charts and orders and obtain pertinent clinical information from patients, records, the electronic medical record, or other sources.
Assist physicians with invasive and special procedures.
Greet and escort patients, explain procedures and preparations, answer questions, and adapt communication and procedures to patient needs.
Clean and maintain ultrasound equipment, check proper instrument operation, report malfunctions, and perform quality assurance tests.
Perform portable bedside examinations.
Train coworkers, ultrasound students, residents, fellows, and visiting personnel.
Participate in quality-improvement activities and follow safety and infection-control standards.
Complete required paperwork and computer tasks, including entering reports, recording completed procedures, logging studies, and ordering procedures.
Perform transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasounds, including anatomy, EFW, BPP, and NT scans.
Assist maternal-fetal medicine providers with amniocentesis, CVS, and fetal pregnancy reduction.
Assist gynecology providers with ultrasound-guided IUD insertion and removal and sonohysterograms.
Obtain vitals for scheduled ultrasound patients.
Enter and edit ultrasound orders in EPIC and document ultrasounds using AS computer software.
Check clinic supply inventory and provide the supervisor with a list of items to order.
Float among department clinic locations: DSMC, KMC, JMH West Medical Pavilion, Doral Commons, and Miami Lakes.
Ensure site compliance with infection-control policies, logs, and quality-assurance initiatives.
Collaborate with clinical teams, clerical staff, and providers to provide quality patient care.
Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.