Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off from Day One
- 403-B Retirement Plan
- Pay 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
- Career Development
- Whole Person Well-bening Resources
- Mental Health Resources and Support
- Pet Benefits
Job Description
Position: Ultrasound Technologist
Schedule: PRN; availability to be confirmed at interview.
Location: AdventHealth Waterman, Tavares, FL.
Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound exams per provider orders and established protocols.
- Verify patient identity, exam appropriateness, and obtain clinical history prior to scanning.
- Position patients and equipment appropriately, manipulate transducers and technical factors to acquire optimal images, waveforms, heart rates, and other diagnostic data.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems.
- Explain procedures to patients, ensuring comfort, cooperation, and privacy throughout the exam.
- Educate patients about the exam and complete all exams in a timely manner, maintaining workflow and minimizing empty table time.
- Operate all imaging equipment safely and properly, including scanners, injectors, and monitors, adapting protocols for patients of all ages.
- Collaborate with radiologists and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate imaging and continuity of patient care.
- Ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use, and that all equipment undergoes routine cleaning and safety checks.
- Acquire and analyze ultrasound images and data, providing complete and high-quality studies for radiologist interpretation.
- Complete the ultrasound technologist worksheet with accurate, clear, and concise documentation of exam findings to support radiologist review and dictation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of ultrasound physics, cross-sectional and vascular anatomy, and Doppler techniques to perform independent procedures to radiologist standards.
- Computer skills for data entry, retrieval, and basic Microsoft Office.
- Patient care and communication skills across all age groups, handling sensitive issues calmly and professionally.
- Ability to learn and use radiology software packages and PACS applications, with rapid adaptation to departmental policies.
- Technical proficiency in performing various ultrasound procedures independently without constant supervision.
- Preferred: Experience with specialized sonographic procedures such as breast, prostate, orbital, pediatric, neuro, and vascular sonography.
Education
- Associate degree (preferred).
- Technical/Vocational school program qualifying for ARDMS or ARRT board certification (preferred).
Work Experience
- 1+ year of relevant work experience (preferred).
Licenses and Certifications
- Basic Life Support – CPR (BLS) certification (required).
- Registered by ARRT or ARDMS (required).
Physical Requirements
View work requirements at https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem.
Pay Range
$28.68 - $58.69 per hour.
Equal Opportunity Statement
This facility is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and ordinances.