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University of Miami Health System · 5 months ago

Vascular Ultrasound Technologist 2, Full-Time

Miami, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

University of Miami Health System is South Florida's only university-based health system, providing leading-edge patient care powered by groundbreaking research and medical education. The Ultrasound Technologist 2 performs diagnostic sonographic examinations and is responsible for scheduling tests, recording results, and maintaining operational logs while ensuring the quality of ultrasound scans.

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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