Ultrasonographer

Nemours is seeking an Ultrasonographer in Jacksonville, FL

The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for working knowledge, operation and maintenance of all ultrasound related equipment, performance of ultrasound studies to demonstrate various organs of the body and recording these images in the standard formats for diagnosis by a physician.  The Ultrasound technologist must be ARDMS registered or registry eligible with completion of registry within one year of date of employment.  The Ultrasound technologist is responsible for participation in departmental programs for Quality Assurance and improvement, identifying opportunities to improve services, making recommendations and implementing actions as appropriate and consistent with the goals of Nemours. 

Essential Functions 

1. Responsible for AIDET interactions and following Nemours Standards of Behavior. 

2. Knowledge of Ultrasound Imaging protocols, and provides accurate preparation instructions to patient/family with the ability to answer pertinent procedural questions.

3. Responsible for patient identification, proper identification of all images, PACS interaction and documentation.  Operates EMR/EPIC computer system for patient data entry and retrieval.

4. Responsible for screening of patients to be imaged for contraindications that may be hazardous to their health or to the safety of others. 

5. Ensures proper function of equipment by proper usage and maintenance.  Reports unsafe conditions and incidents.

6. Must have the ability to work well with others, acts as a team member.  Ability to work independently and engage in critical thinking to improve the quality of care.

7. Good communication skills are required.  In addition to accepting feedback, asking questions and active communication with counterparts and all departments.

8. Aids in the training of new personnel, students and physicians.

Requirements:

• Specialized education in an Accredited Diagnostic Sonography program 

• ARDMS registration and BLS from the American Heart Association 

• Vascular registered preferred