Vascular Ultrasound Technologist 1

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Shift: Full-Time (40 hrs.) Days, evenings, nights (depending on availability) occasional on call and weekends may be required

Work Location: UM Hospital UTower - Vascular Lab

CORE JOB SUMMARY
The Ultrasound Technologist 1 performs all ultrasound and vascular procedures at a level that will require no supervision of technical detail. The Ultrasound Technologist 1 performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment to locate, evaluate, and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data. Moreover, the incumbent schedules and coordinates tests, records test results and prepares and maintains operational logs.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Performs routine and specialty sonographic procedures in cases involving all levels of difficulty.
2. 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.
3. Ensures the diagnostic quality of all scans through extensive knowledge of ultrasound techniques, disease processes, and technical pitfalls.
4. Makes preliminary interpretations of the ultrasound examination to bring areas of suspected pathology to the attention of attending physician or fellow.
5. 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.
6. Assists physicians in the performance of invasive and special procedures.
7. 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.
8. Cleans and maintains ultrasound equipment, assures proper operation of instruments, reports equipment malfunction to appropriate staff, and performs quality assurance tests.
9. Performs portable bedside examinations.
10. Trains co-workers, ultrasound students, residents, fellows, and visiting personnel.
11. Participates in quality improvement activities to ensure continuous improvement of services provided.
12. Follows safety and infection control standards.
13. Completes all required paperwork, and performs computer functions, such as entering reports, recording completed procedures, logging studies, and ordering procedures.
14. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent required

Experience:
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required

Certification and Licensing:
Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.

• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.

• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.

• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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