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in Miami, FL
Ultrasound Technologist (Per Diem / Pool, Day shift)
•30 days ago
Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
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Location | Miami, FL Miami, Florida |
About this job
Description
Qualifications
Job Summary
Performs general and vascular diagnostic ultrasound examinations within the department, nursing units and off site centers.Minimum Job Requirements
- CPR: Healthcare Provider
- RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) eligible and have certification within 14 months after hire required.
Qualifications
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists in minor surgical procedures, such as biopsies, cyst aspirations, etc.
- Assists in the training of new employees.
- Responsible for technical proficiency in producing diagnostic scans with ability to recognize visible anatomical structures.
- Ensures that an adequate clinical history is available to correlate with the ultrasound examination. Verifies information with the requisition and patient chart.
- Follows hospital patient-identification policy prior to performing examination.
- Keeps examination room clean and well stocked. Regularly cleans equipment and keeps in good repair.
- Maintains records of examinations. Schedules cases to coordinate with other examinations.
- Performs all ultrasound examinations. Completes required documentation.
- Positions and transfers patients. Explains the procedure to patients or patient families.
- Promptly upon completion of examination, enters and transmits patient information to PACS.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Florida general Radiology Technologist License preferred.
- Previous experience in pediatric ultrasound technology preferred.
- Register Vascular Technologist is a plus.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions.
- Ability to solve problems.
- Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers.
- Ability to problem solves to adapt standard clinical procedures to the individual client's need.
(EOE DFW)