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Shift: Full-Time, 40 hrs. M-F Days, evenings

Work Location: University of Miami Hospital Planation UHealth - Planation, Florida

1. Detects defects or irregularities using ultrasound equipment.

2. Positions patients and explains procedures.

3. Performs quality control functions.

4. Evaluates ultrasounds for diagnostic quality.

5. Prepares and sets up medical supplies using aseptic techniques.

6. Develops ultrasound film and matches it with the appropriate paperwork for interpretation.

7. Assists in maintenance and compilation of statistical data.

8. Provides orientation to new cardiac ultrasound technologists.

9. Provides education and training to cardiac ultrasound technology students.

10. 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

Education:

Graduate of a two-year AMA program approved by the committee of allied health education and accreditation.  

Certification and Licensing:

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer R.D.C.S. (AE) A.R.D.M.S. American Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or Registered Cardiac Sonographer R.C.S. (Cardiovascular Credentialing International).

Experience:

Minimum 1 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.

Department Specific Functions

Responsible for performing all Echocardiography procedures at a level that will require no supervision of technical detail and assists other Sonographers.Assist in collecting statistics and data needed for various functions in the echo lab.Adheres to departmental policies and procedures, ensuring a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.He/she will Keep track of Supplies part level.Prepares and sets up medical supplies using aseptic techniques.Evaluates ultrasounds for diagnostic quality.Assists with the maintenance and compilation of statistical data for lab accreditation process and work volumes.Reports directly to Lead or Chief Cardiac ultrasound technologist, UMHC/SCCC Manger and Medical Directors.Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.Reports on any issues with medical equipment to bio-med and contract service company.Taking STAT on-call service as needed for STAT echocardiograms/cardiac procedures for UMHC/Sylvester in-patient facility.

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.

Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H10