Ultrasound Technician: Diagnostic Imaging & Biopsy Support

Northwest Florida Community Hospital; Chipley (FL); Presencial; USD 50.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Northwest Florida Community Hospital is seeking a compassionate ultrasound technician to operate sonographic scanners for two-dimensional recordings of internal organs to aid diagnosis. The role may include obstetric, gynecological, neurological, breast, heart, or abdominal studies, and assisting radiologists with vascular ultrasound and biopsies.

Applicants should have AMA-approved ultrasound training, ARDMS or board eligibility, and current BCLS certification.

Formación

• Graduation from an AMA approved school of Ultrasound Technology.
• Registered with ARDMS or Board eligible.
• Current BCLS certification.

Responsabilidades

• Explaining the ultrasound procedure to patients, answering their questions, and providing support.
• Spreading the ultrasound gel on the surface of patients' bodies over the internal area to be imaged.
• Programming and adjusting the scanner for the specific procedure and ensuring the transducer captures images from every angle or section as needed.
• Deciding which still images, or sonograms, to capture and present to the Physician for diagnostic purposes.
• Evaluating the images for quality and interpreting the images to assist the Physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases.
• Presenting the images and your preliminary findings to the Physicians.
• Maintaining patients' records and medical notes on the ultrasound procedure they have undergone.
• Maintaining the ultrasound equipment and sterilizing the procedure rooms.
• Assisting Radiologists with vascular ultrasound procedures and ultrasound-guided biopsies.

Conocimientos

Focus in fast-paced environment

Critical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Physical stamina

1 year experience

Educación

AMA approved Ultrasound Technology program

ARDMS or board eligible

BCLS certification

Descripción del empleo

Northwest Florida Community Hospital is seeking a compassionate ultrasound technician to operate sonographic scanners for two-dimensional recordings of internal organs to aid diagnosis. The role may include obstetric, gynecological, neurological, breast, heart, or abdominal studies, and assisting radiologists with vascular ultrasound and biopsies.

Applicants should have AMA-approved ultrasound training, ARDMS or board eligibility, and current BCLS certification.