Ultrasonographer Lead | Full Time

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health seeks a skilled ultrasound technologist to assist in staff education, competency assessments, and imaging procedures. The role emphasizes adherence to the Standard of Practice for radiology professionals across vascular and general sonography, with supervision of a team.

Qualified candidates will have vascular certifications within one year of hire, ARDMS or ARRT, and BLS. The position requires 1–2 years of sonography experience, including vascular, and strong patient communication.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years sonography experience, including vascular.
• Vascular certifications required within one year of hire.
• ARDMS or ARRT certification; BLS from AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Assists supervisor with staff education, competency and evaluations.
• Performs and assists with imaging procedures.
• Upholds the Standard of Practice for a registered technologist.
• Supervises 10 staff members.

Skills

Staff education

Communication

Stress management

Imaging procedures

Team supervision

Education

Vocational Training

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Overview

Assists supervisor with staff education, competency and evaluations.

Strives to provide optimal patient care and safety.

Performs and assists with imaging procedures. Upholds the Standard of Practice of a registered technologist.

Qualifications

Required Education:

Vocational Training Preferred Education: N/A

Required Licensure/Certifications:

• Sonography certification from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
• Or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• BLS from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
• Effective November 1, 2022, within one (1) year of hire or transfer one of the following vascular certifications is required
• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) OR
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) OR
• Vascular Sonography from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Preferred

Licensure/Certifications:

Vascular certification at hire or transfer

Required Experience: 1-2 years sonography experience, including vascular.

Preferred Experience: More than two years performing general, vascular and OB/GYN sonography.

Necessary Skills: Knowledge of modern diagnostic sonography procedures and practices. Communicate procedures to patients. Approach and manage stress/traumatic situations in a calm manner. Familiar with imaging equipment and all other patient care equipment

Age of Patients Served: All age groups Supervisory

Responsibility: Number of employees supervised:10