Ultrasound Technologist II - FT - Days - MPG - Vascular Surgery

Memorial Healthcare System; Texas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Healthcare System in Pembroke Pines, Florida, seeks a licensed ultrasound technologist to perform imaging procedures, evaluate image quality, and ensure patient safety in accordance with scope and standards.

The role requires ARDMS/ARRT certification, accredited ultrasound program, and ability to operate equipment, educate patients, and respond to urgent conditions; candidates should meet listed certifications.

Qualifications

• Accredited Ultrasound Technologist program completion or foreign diploma recognized by ARDMS.
• ARDMS and ARRT registrations are required or in progress.
• BLS certification is required or must be obtained promptly after hire.
• Registries in vascular and radiologic specialties are preferred.
• Maintain multiple credentialing and safety standards as part of daily practice.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition, analyzes images, and ensures image quality; repositions as needed.

Skills

Accountability

Accuracy & Quality

Image Production

Patient and Family Centered Care

Customer Service

Standards of Behavior

Education

Accredited Ultrasound Technologist Program

ARDMS Certification

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification (AHA ECARD)

BLS RQI ECARD (AHA-RQI)

BLS Certification Grace Period (GRACE)

BLS Red Cross (RC)

RVT / Registered Vascular Technologist

RVS / Registered Vascular Specialist

Job description

Location

Pembroke Pines, Florida

Summary

Performs sonography in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Responsibilities

Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes images and identifies issues with the quality of images. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure if clinically appropriate. Takes on call shift responsibilities as required by the department.

Competencies

• ACCOUNTABILITY
• ACCURACY & QUALITY
• ADMINISTRATION OF CONTRAST MEDIA
• CUSTOMER SERVICE
• IMAGE PRODUCTION
• ANALYSIS AND ARCHIVAL
• PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE
• PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND CARE
• PATIENT POSITIONING AND PROCEDURES
• RESPONDING TO CHANGE
• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education And Certification Requirements

• Accredited Program: Ultrasound Technologist (Required)
• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• ARRT_American Registry of Radiology Tech (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE)
• BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)
• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.

Other Information: Maintains two or more of the following registries and routinely performs the credentialed exams:

• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Abdomen
• OB/GY
• Pediatrics
• Breast
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
• Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)

Additional Education Info: Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technologist program or possess a foreign diploma recognized by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 60%
• Climbing = 40%
• Keyboard Entry = 80%
• Kneeling = 60%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Reaching = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 40%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
• Running = 0%
• Sitting = 60%
• Squatting = 40%
• Standing = 60%
• Walking = 60%
• Audible Speech = 80%
• Hearing Acuity = 80%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 80%
• Distinguish Color = 80%
• Seeing - Far = 80%
• Seeing - Near = 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
• Dust = 0%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 20%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 40%
• Hazardous Medication = 40%
• Latex = 20%
• Computer Monitor = 80%
• Domestic Animals = 60%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 20%
• Hazardous Noise = 0%
• Heating Devices = 40%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 0%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential Electric Shock = 20%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
• Radiation = 40%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 20%

Shift

Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.