Ultrasound Technologist Per Diem

Company: Universal Health Services
Location: Bradenton
Posted on: June 21, 2022

Job Description:

Responsibilities

Job Title:

Ultrasound Technologist

Status:

Per Diem

Schedule:

Varied with Possible On Call

* You will be considered for any openings for which you qualify. It is not necessary to apply to multiple positions.*

About Lakewood Ranch Medical Center (LWRMC):

LWRMC is the hospital of choice for many families in the Manatee-Sarasota region. The hospital has earned the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission. The Gold Seal of Approval acknowledges the hospital's commitment to meeting certain performance standards. Our medical staff includes more than 600 physicians and allied health professionals who practice in a wide range of specialties and use advanced medical technology. LWRMC is conveniently located near I-75 and University Parkway in Lakewood Ranch, Florida

LWRMC offers comprehensive benefits such as:

* Challenging and rewarding work environment
* Competitive Compensation
* Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
* Generous Paid Time Off
* 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
* Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries

Job Overview:

Under the direction of a radiologist, performs ultrasound exams at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Performs sonograms with a thorough understanding of the equipment, cross-sectional anatomy and the patient's circumstances under which he/she may be scanned. Will work at the hospital's Main Campus, but may float to Free Standing Emergency Department. Under the direction of a radiologist, performs exams at a technical level not requiring constant direct supervision.

General Responsibilities:

* Performs sonograms with a thorough understanding of the equipment, cross-sectional anatomy and the patient's circumstances under which he/she may be scanned.
* Ability to perform all vascular exams (venous and arterial). Ability to perform a variety of exams, such as General, Small Parts, Breast, Vascular, OB and Gynecology.
* Ability to use independent judgment in performing these various exams. Properly screens all patients to ensure there are no contraindications for ordered exam.
* Performs quality control procedures as required by the manufacture; evaluates all orders, verifies them with radiologist if needed, and ensures correct exam is performed.
* Responsible for interacting with FED and hospital staff and/or nursing departments regarding patient care, concerns, and conflicts by identifying and assisting in the resolutions. Responsible and accountable for maintaining performance skills.
* Demonstrates Service Excellence at all times.
* Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

* Satisfactory completion of formal training in an AMA approved school of Diagnostic Sonography.
* Minimum 1 year experience as an Ultrasound Technologist in a hospital setting preferred.
* Able to function competently and independently in Ultrasound to include but not limited to General, Small parts, Vascular, OB and Gynecology.
* Registered by and in good standing with the ARDMS or ARRT in Vascular (RVT) and one other discipline in Sonography is mandatory.


* Multi registered in other disciplines, preferred.


* Current BLS/CPR certification, required.


* Familiarized with utilizing a Trophon sterilization system, preferred.


* Able to perform all quality control and accreditation testing.



For more information, please contact Sonia Joyner, Director of Human Resources, at (941) 782-2136.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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