Job description

We have an immediate opening for a per diem weekend Ultrasound Technologist.

Kindred Hospital North Florida and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is a 94-bed hospital with 80 long-term acute care (LTAC) hospital beds, we offer the same critical care that patients receive in a traditional hospital or intensive care unit, but for an extended recovery period. Similarly, our 14-bed ARU is designed for our patients who have experienced the debilitating effects of an acute injury, impairment or illness. Our Ultrasound Techs play a vital role in the recovery process for chronic, critically ill and medically complex patients. We are located on the south side of Green Cove Springs, just off Highway 17 and less than 1 mile inland off St. Johns River at 801 Oak Street, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043

As an Ultrasound Technologist you will:

• Produce two dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs.
• Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures of specified body areas by properly positioning patients and locating/scanning areas for interpretation as directed by the physician or radiologist.
• Explains procedures to patients and/or family members ensuring cooperation and optimum test results to reduce anxiety.
• Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures of specified body areas by properly positioning patients and locating/scanning areas for interpretation as directed by the physician or radiologist.
• Explains procedures to patients and/or family members ensuring cooperation and optimum test results and to reduce anxiety.
• Develops film using automatic film processing equipment and assembles all necessary patient information (i.e., history and past films/records). Delivers to Radiologist/Physician for interpretation/review following established procedures.
• Prepares or cleans patient rooms by changing linens, stocking supplies, wiping off tables and cleaning equipment, ensuring an efficient and clean working environment.
• Assists physicians with such procedures as needle biopsies, renal biopsies, etc. by scanning patient, marking patient’s body and determining angle of puncture as requested.
• Schedules patients as needed and ensures patients receive adequate service.
• Maintains patient information by purging or updating patient film jackets and/or filing reports or film files to ensure accurate patient records.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment by performing scheduled cleanings/tests and documents results. Contacts service personnel and notifies supervision of malfunctioning equipment.
• Performs other related duties as directed in order to support the achievement of established goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Registration through the ARDMS (Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) is preferred.
• Two (2) years of Ultrasound experience is preferred.

Healthcare setting:

• Acute care
• Hospital
• Long term care

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Every weekend
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

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