Ultrasonographer I

Ultrasonographer I- Full-Time

UF Health OBGYN

JOB DUTIES

Comments

Performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing sonographic equipment to locate, evaluate and record critical functional, pathological and anatomical data under the direction of the Medical Director.

Essential Functions

Technologist will be required to perform invasive and non-invasive procedures, utilize sterile techniques when necessary, and operate complex imaging equipment under the direction of the Director and/or Manager.

• Follow scanning protocols as established by the radiologist.
• Initiates life support measures as appropriate.
• Demonstrate knowledge of department and notifies Bio-Med and other service engineers of equipment issues
• Reviews image quality and forwards timely to PACS. Performs and logs QA/QC for equipment in use.
• Staff orientation, onboarding, training and development.
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory training. Staff orientation, onboarding, training and development.
• Collects and document appropriate patient history. Maintains patient confidentiality through HIPPA requirements.
• Preparation for the Joint Commission, ACR, Stericycle inspections and knowledge of regulatory requirements.
• Participates in weekend schedule coverage, must participates in the on call schedule where applicable. Covers additional shifts based on the department need.

Temperament

Must be able to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, or unusual situations. Must be capable of dealing with periodic cyclical workload pressures and levels of responsibility. Required to make independent judgments without supervision. Must be able to make generalizations, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria. Must have the adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Requires the ability to work with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Training/Support

• Knowledge of modern diagnostic sonography.

Communication

• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously, both orally and in writing.
• Accurately communicates verbally and in writing, diagnostic indicators to medical staff.

Experience

2 years specialized training preferred

1 year One year performing general vascular and OB/GYN sonography, American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) preferred.

Education & Certifications

Registered Technologist with ARRT General Certification required at time of hire

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required within 1 year required at time of hire

High School Diploma or GED is required

UFJPI is an Equal Opportunity Institution

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.12 - $36.12 per hour

Healthcare setting:

• Clinic

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• Up to 25% travel

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• ARRT Certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Jacksonville, FL 32209: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person