Ultrasound Technologist 1 (U), Imaging Services, Full-Time

University of Miami•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist 1 (U) in Imaging Services is a full-time position responsible for coordinating and managing scheduling and patient flow for interdepartmental procedures. This role involves supervising and performing diagnostic imaging studies under the direction of a radiologist, assisting with the education and training of new physicians, and collaborating with radiologists and PhDs in developing new protocols and unique Ultrasound imaging techniques. The technologist will participate in research initiatives, act as a team leader, monitor the charging of procedures and supplies, and demonstrate Ultrasound equipment for site visits. Key responsibilities include obtaining and examining scan orders, verifying patient identification, obtaining necessary consents and education, performing complex specialized tasks with Ultrasound scanners, integrating diagnostic information, adhering to Ultrasound protocols, assisting with patient positioning, maintaining aseptic technique, assisting radiologists with imaging procedures and contrast injections, evaluating scan quality, and managing clerical functions. The role also involves providing education and training to student technologists, applying age-specific care needs, performing basic nursing functions, assuming patient care during scanning, initiating life support measures if necessary, assisting in "Code Blue" procedures, performing CPR, maintaining a clean work area, stocking supplies, providing on-call coverage, reporting unusual findings, and adhering to hospital/department HR policies and regulatory guidelines.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography and/or Vascular accredited program.
ARDMS registered.
ARDMS-Abdominal & Vascular required.
CPR and BLS certification required.
Minimum 1 - 3 years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

Coordinate/manage scheduling and patient flow for interdepartmental procedures.
Supervises as well as performs diagnostic imaging studies under the direction/supervision of a radiologist.
Assist with the education and training of new physicians.
Assist radiologists and PhD's in developing new protocols and Ultrasound imaging techniques that are unique to facility.
Participate in research initiatives and development of research protocols.
Act in a team leader capacity on a routine basis.
Monitor charging of Ultrasound procedures and supplies daily to ensure correctness.
Demonstrate Ultrasound equipment for 'site visits' for visiting physicians and administrators.
Provide in-service classes in section.
Obtains and examines the order for an Ultrasound scan to be aware of information such as procedures requested, patient’s condition and any other special notes or comments.
Ensures that orders are appropriate to the type of exam recommended by physician.
Notifies supervisor of any discrepancies and/or contacts physician’s office for correct orders if necessary.
Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
Verify the patient’s ID by checking their name and date of birth on electronic medical record and patient’s wristband.
Always obtain necessary consents and education.
Perform 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.
Ability to integrate diagnostic, laboratory results, patient history and medical records and adapt exam as necessary.
Adheres to Ultrasound protocols to maintain high quality ultrasound standards.
Consistently demonstrates complete competence in performing Ultrasound scans as ordered.
As required during a procedure, assists positioning patients in required anatomical position for display of body for Ultrasound scans using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.
Maintain proper aseptic technique utilizing universal precaution guidelines (hand washing, gloves, gown, mask, eye protection and equipment disinfection).
Assist radiologist with imaging procedures, starting IV's, and injecting contrast, if applicable.
Assist radiologist with interventional Ultrasound procedures.
Evaluate Ultrasound scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label.
Film/transmit to PACS.
Schedule patients for procedures; assist with clerical functions.
Charge procedures and supplies in UChart/Radiant.
Maintain accurate patient records.
Provide assistance with orientation and training to new Ultrasound technologists.
Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.
Provide education and training to student technologists.
Performs basic nursing functions in the patient’s care i.e., assists with bedpans, emesis basins, etc.
Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of the patient during scanning procedures; initiates life support measures for patients if necessary; assists in “Code Blue” procedure during medical emergencies.
Performs CPR as needed.
Keeps work area in a clean and sanitary condition and stocks exam/dressing rooms with required supplies.
Provides on call coverage.
Reports unusual findings in a timely manner to appropriate Radiologist/Supervisory personnel.
Abide by to hospital/department HR policies.
Adheres to any regulatory body guidelines governing modality including but not limited to: Joint Commission, AHCA, ACR, FL DOH and FDA/MQSA.
Assist with the day-to-day operations within the department.