What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Ultrasound Technologist, Pediatric Cardiology, Holtz Children's Hospital, Per Diem, Days position at Jackson Health?
Department: Holtz Women's and Children - Pediatric Cardiology
Address: 1611 NW 12th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33136
Shift Details: Per Diem, Days
Why Jackson:
Holtz Children's Hospital at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center is one of the largest pediatric hospitals in the southeast United States, where UHealth - University of Miami Health System physicians treat children from throughout Florida and the Caribbean. Holtz Children's is known worldwide for its care of critically ill newborns in its neonatal intensive care unit, which is one of the largest in the United States and boasts some of the best medical outcomes. In collaboration with the Miami Transplant Institute, Holtz Children's is one of only three centers in the country that specializes in pediatric multi-organ transplants. It is home to one of only three state-accredited comprehensive children's kidney failure centers and one of the largest pediatric kidney transplant programs in the world. The Children's Heart Center at Holtz Children's is the only comprehensive children's heart program in South Florida. In partnership with the University of Miami, Holtz Children's also trains the most pediatric physicians of any medical center in the southeastern United States.
Summary
Ultrasound Technologist performs highly skilled technical work in diagnostic ultrasound using complex equipment for specialized and/or technically difficult examinations.
Responsibilities
- Scans patients and maintains all safety precautions while administering treatments in a manner appropriate to the age-specific needs of the patient.
- Acquires pertinent clinical information from patient's chart and/or computer and maintains safety standards particular to the age-specific needs of the patient.
- Develops films when Medical Surgical Technologist is not available.
- Records complete procedure in computer (HIS System) and records it on the daily log along with the technician's initials.
- Brings patient in and out of examination room.
- Transports patients to different areas of the x-ray department, when needed.
- Performs portable exam. Performs or aids radiologist in O.R. cases.
- Gives preliminary impression to physicians after completion of an exam when report is not in computer.
- Explains to patient and/or nurse the correct prep for an exam and (N.P.O. hydrating for pelvic, etc.) ensures that it agrees with their life cycle and safety requirement.
- Assists radiologist in the performance of special procedures. Sets necessary equipment and supplies needed when a special procedure is to be done.
- Reports equipment malfunction to supervisor.
- Cleans examination room after each patient and adheres to infection Control Policies and Procedures, including Universal Precautions.
- Assists in training of ultrasound students, residents and fellows.
- Reviews CQI Quarterly Report in Section Meeting and contributes ideas for continuous quality improvement.
- Possesses and maintains understanding of the principles of growth and development as they pertain to patients in all age groups.
- Assesses data reflective of the patient's status, and interprets the information needed to identify the patient's requirement. Maintains CPR certification.
- Follows and performs all related unit specific policies and procedures, as detailed on the unit specific competency check-list.
- Utilizes job and unit specific equipment as required.
- Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise).
- Performs all other related job duties as assigned.
Experience
Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience.
Education
Graduation from an accredited program in Ultrasound Technology is required.
Credentials
- ARDMS registered.
- Employees hired BEFORE 2/1/2017 must obtain the required ARDMS certification by 12/31/2017. Employees hired AFTER 2/1/2017 who have completed training must obtain their required certification within six months of hire.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers is required upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment.
Unit Specific Credential
FL-BLS
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