Ultrasound Technologist 2 - Mammography - UHealth SoL Mia
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The University of Miami UHealth at SoL Mia opening September 2025, will bring high-quality academic medicine to North Miami, Aventura, and surrounding communities.
Our expert team of physicians and staff will represent a wide range of specialties, including NCI-designated Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the number one eye hospital in the nation. UHealth at SoL Mia will also deliver the latest in urologic treatments from the renowned Desai Sethi Urology Institute as well as top-notch care from UHealth's nationally ranked neurology and neurosurgery programs.
The University of Miami UHealth - Department of Radiology- at SoL Mia has an exciting opportunity for a full time Ultrasound Technologist 2 - Mammography.
The Ultrasound Technologist 2 performs all ultrasound and vascular procedures at a level that will require no supervision of technical detail. The Ultrasound Technologist 2 performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment to locate, evaluate, and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data. Moreover, the incumbent schedules and coordinates tests, records test results and prepares and maintains operational logs.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
- Performs routine and specialty sonographic procedures in cases involving all levels of difficulty.
- Performs complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of Ultrasound scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures under the direction/supervision of a Radiologist using age-appropriate standards of practice.
- 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 attending physician or fellow.
- Checks patient's chart to confirm ordered procedures, and acquires pertinent clinical information from the patient, hospital chart, electronic medical record system or other available sources. Assists physicians in the performance of invasive and special procedures.
- Greets patients appropriately, escorts patients to exam room, reassures patients, explains procedures prior to starting them, and answers questions. Adjusts explanations, communication style, and procedures according to the patients' needs.
- Explains to patients and nurses correct preparations for procedures to be performed.
- Cleans and maintains ultrasound equipment, assures proper operation of instruments, reports equipment malfunction to appropriate staff, and performs quality assurance tests.
- Performs portable bedside examinations.
- Trains co-workers, ultrasound students, residents, fellows, and visiting personnel.
- Participates in quality improvement activities to ensure continuous improvement of services provided.
- Follows safety and infection control standards.
- Completes all required paperwork, and performs computer functions, such as entering reports, recording completed procedures, logging studies, and ordering procedures.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities, as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certification in relevant specialty or field
- Minimum 3 year of relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:
- Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
- Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
- Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends, as necessary.
- Commitment to the University's core values.
- Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
- Proficiency in computer software (i.e., Microsoft Office).
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
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Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
Pay Grade:
H10
- Location:
- Miami
- Job Type:
- FullTime