Ultrasound Technologist (Staff Relief; Days)-West Kendall Center at Nicklaus Children's Health System in Miami, Florida

Job Description:

Job Summary:
Performs general ultrasound examinations within the department, nursing units, and off-site centers.
 
 
Minimum Job Requirements:

• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS - must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.


• RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) eligible and receive certification within 14 months of hire required - must maintain active and in good standing throughout active employment.

• Job Specific Duties:


• 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 adequate clinical history is available to correlate with the ultrasound examination. Verifies information with the requisition and patient chart per hospital policy.


• Maintains records of examinations. Schedules cases to coordinate with other examinations and reviews NPO status on selected cases.


• Performs all ultrasound examinations (i.e. renal, brain, soft tissue, etc). Completes required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.


• Adjusts equipment, determines proper technique, and arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain correct patient position.


• Communicates effectively with hospital employees, physicians, and patients.


• Reports any equipment problems/malfunctions to clinical engineering or supervisor on an as needed basis and problem solves issues with equipment.


• Follows hospital patient-identification policy prior to performing examination. Verifies two patient identifiers to ensure right patient and correct procedure.


• Observes safety practices at all times, adheres to all clean sweep guidelines and infection control standards per policy.


• Performs QA, completes exam, enters and transmits patient information into PACS in a timely manner.


• Performs portable examinations in operating room, emergency department, and in-patient rooms. 


• Responsible for monitoring inventory, maintains cleanliness of the equipment, and stocks scan room.  


• Contacts Physician within 1 hour for all STAT cases with results.

• Maintains accountability by ensuring compliance thru timely completion of licensures, certifications, all competencies, health requirements (PPD, N95, Flu, etc.), and education requirements. F: Monthly-Quarterly/T: 2 hours/ R: Individual


• Maintains accountability and timekeeping expectations as outlined by MCHS Timekeeping and Attendance policy and procedures.  Ensures behavior is compliant with communication standards.  F: Weekly/T: 2 hours/ R: Individual

• Knowledge of ultrasound procedure protocols.


• Previous experience in pediatric ultrasound technology preferred.


• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.


• Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.


• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.


• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers.


• Ability to problem solve to adapt standard clinical procedures to the individual client's need.

(EOE DFW)

8/8/17