Ultrasound Technologist I — Diagnostic Imaging Specialist

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Miami Health System in Miami, FL, seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to perform complex ultrasound procedures and obtain high-quality diagnostic images under radiologist supervision.

The role requires a High School Diploma and at least 1 year of relevant experience, with strong skills in communication, teamwork, and technical proficiency. The position is full-time and on-site in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialty sonographic procedures in cases involving all levels of difficulty.
• Operates Ultrasound scanners and related equipment under radiologist supervision.
• Ensures the diagnostic quality of all scans through extensive knowledge of ultrasound techniques, disease processes, and technical pitfalls.
• Makes preliminary interpretations of the ultrasound examination to bring areas of suspected pathology to the attention of the attending physician or fellow.
• Checks patient\'s chart to confirm ordered procedures and acquires pertinent clinical information from various sources.
• Assists physicians in the performance of invasive and special procedures.
• Greets patients, escorts to exam room, reassures, explains procedures, and answers questions.
• Adjusts explanations and procedures according to patient needs.
• Explains to patients and nurses correct preparations for procedures.
• Cleans and maintains ultrasound equipment, reports malfunctions, and performs QA tests.
• Performs portable bedside examinations.
• Trains co-workers, ultrasound students, residents, fellows, and visiting personnel.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and adheres to safety and infection control standards.
• Completes required paperwork and uses computer systems to enter reports and log studies.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of Miami Health System in Miami, FL, seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to perform complex ultrasound procedures and obtain high-quality diagnostic images under radiologist supervision.

The role requires a High School Diploma and at least 1 year of relevant experience, with strong skills in communication, teamwork, and technical proficiency. The position is full-time and on-site in a fast-paced clinical setting.