Technologist / Sonographer Job in Gainesville, Florida / Hospital
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Standard Qualifications: Come be part of the excitement of our recently completed $62 million project that includes a four-story patient tower-with all private rooms. The expansion centered around cardiovascular care and development of a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, as well as additional patient beds for neurosurgery care. North Florida Regional Medical Center (NFRMC) is a full-service medical and surgical acute care center serving 14 counties and offering comprehensive cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, neurosciences, minimally-invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery, weight loss surgery and treatment, women's health and wound therapy, among other services. A proven leader, NFRMC is fully accredited, is certified as a Primary Stroke Center and a Quality Top Performer by The Joint Commission in 2010 and 2011, is an accredited Chest Pain Center, is designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement, Spine Surgery and Bariatric Surgery. For more information about careers with NFRMC please visit xxxxxxxxxxx* POSITION SUMMARY: The diagnostic Sonographer is a skilled person qualified by academic and clinical training to provide patient services using diagnostic ultrasound under the supervision of a physician responsible for the use and interpretation of ultrasound procedures. The Sonographer may be involved with the patients of the physicians in any medical setting of which the physician is responsible. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Check the physician's requisition for complete information on the procedure requested; refer any questions to the Radiologist before performing the procedure. Reviews the patient's chart to obtain pertinent clinical history, correlative test results, and laboratory data and documents this information for the Radiologist. Position the patient for examination, explain the procedure, and give necessary instructions for carrying out the procedure. Operate ultrasound equipment to its full capability with knowledge of an A-mode, M-mode, B-mode, Doppler, and real time techniques, selecting the proper transducer frequency and diameter for performance of the examination. Capable of recognizing a diagnostic quality scan as well as artifacts from anatomic/pathologic structures which are visualized on the ultrasound system. Performs a variety of clerical tasks to include inputting/editing exams and completion of requisition (taken status) prior to setting images to be read. Practices techniques that prevent cross contamination. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness, including provision for the contamination free condition of rooms, equipment and personnel. Adheres to prescribed standards of Radiation Safety; participates in the Quality Improvement and safety programs. Ensures appropriate recording of hours worked, adhering to hospital policy. Demonstrates Customer Service principles and behaviors appropriately. Regular, punctual and dependable attendance. Other duties as assigned.
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| Employer: |
HCA
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| Post Date: |
Mar 07, 2019 |
| Profession: |
Radiology and Medical Imaging |
| Job Type: |
Sonographer |
| Specialty: |
None |
| Location: |
Florida - Gainesville |
| Job Reference: |
750527 |
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