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Ultrasound Technologist
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What they do
An Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer uses ultrasound technology to examine the inside of patients' bodies and diagnose medical conditions. Works closely with other healthcare specialists who assess and treat relevant conditions. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$51,980 / year median in Florida
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. The Ultrasound Technologist performs ultrasound imaging procedures on all patients to provide interpreting Radiologist an accurate clinical history of patient signs and symptoms. Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Responsible for performing all patient ultrasound imaging procedures.
- Gathers patient history data and completes worksheets with exam findings for Radiologist.
- Performs general upkeep and housekeeping of exam rooms.
- Assists with imaging center workflow by helping with general duties as deemed necessary (burn discs with images etc.
Position Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associates Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
- CPR certification required.
- ARDMS or ARRT(S) required.
- State license, if applicable.
- Valid state driver's license, as applicable.
- 1-2 years experience in Ultrasound required.
- Ability to work at several locations.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
- Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
- Local travel may be required.
- The
COVID-19
vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.- All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.
Physical Requirements:
The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.- More than 50% of the time:
- Sit, stand, walk.
- Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
- See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.
- Less than 50% of the time:
- Stoop, kneel or crawl.
- Climb and balance.
- Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).