Mount Sinai Medical Center
Location
Westchester, Florida
The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for preparing exam rooms and equipment to conduct sonography examinations while ensuring patient safety and adherence to clinical protocols. They must also review medical histories, document findings in EPIC, and ensure images are successfully transmitted to the PACS system.
Candidates must be graduates of an AMA-accredited program and hold ARDMS certification in Abdomen or OB/GYN. Additionally, a valid BLS/CPR certification and up to 2 years of clinical experience are required.
Summary: Position Responsibilities Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infections disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, procedures and assume responsibility for the safety of the patient during the sonographic examination, Implements Standard Precautions on all patients, as per hospital policy. Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information, patient's medical record(s) to verify physician's order prior to examination. Ensure that the sonography examination order is complete, contains relevant information, and meets the standard of “medical necessity.” Inspects images for quality, and monitors all images with respect to proper patient name, date and medical record number prior to interpretation by Radiologist. Assists with training of new technologists, technical assistants and physician residents in all phases of assigned procedures, as requested by supervisor/manager/director. Demonstrates competency and observes safety guidelines when operating all specialized equipment in assigned clinical area, performs quality control procedures to ensure that the ultrasound equipment operates at optimal levels. Communicate with the patient in a manner appropriate to the patient’s ability to understand. Apply independent judgment during the sonography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images. Adjusts to variable schedules and/or procedure techniques that may be required at times. Reports all equipment malfunctions to lead technologist / supervisor and clinical engineering immediately. Maintains and stocks room with proper supplies necessary to complete the ultrasonic examinations. Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of computer programs, particularly the EPIC and SYNAPSE systems. Provides a preliminary report (electronically or manually) of sonography examination for use by the interpreting physician and documents any/all patient exam delays in EPIC "Tech Notes" with date/time & technologist's initials. Completes exam data entry on all studies performed on a daily basis, as well as any other necessary paperwork associated with each case. Ensures that all images were successfully sent to the PACS system. Checks business e-mail daily, responds as appropriate & attends monthly department staff meetings as scheduled. Qualifications License/Registration/Certification American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) certified. Certification in Abdomen or OB/GYN required. BLS/CPR certification required. Education Graduate of an AMA Accredited Educational Program for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or equivalent. Experience Up to 2 years of clinical experience required, ARDMS Abd or OB/GYN required.
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs: Health benefits Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Healthcare spending accounts Retirement plan Paid time off Pet Insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Wellness program On-site housing for select positions and more! Degree Requirements: Certification: More than 4,000 people work at Mount Sinai Medical Center at more than a dozen locations throughout sunny South Florida, including our flagship, 672-bed hospital on Biscayne Bay at the gateway to Miami Beach. We’re the largest, independent, not-for-profit hospital in South Florida, and we’re the only hospital Healthgrades recognized for four years running as one of the top 5% in the nation. Clearly, clinical excellence is at our core.