Job Description

***Please note this positions  focus is on Urology working alongside our Urology division, assisting with renal/bladder ultrasound and more***

The Villages Health is a patient-centered primary care driven, multi-specialty medical group with over 800 team members. Our unique care model gives us both the time and resources to truly care for our patients, along with a company culture that supports a healthy work-life balance for our team members. Our purpose, mission and vision is to empower Villagers and the surrounding communities to live out their dreams by keeping them healthy and healing them quickly. Together, we are changing the way healthcare is delivered and are making a positive difference in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. In doing so, The Villages Health is creating America’s Healthiest Hometown.

Our Full-time Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance | Matching HSA & 401k | PTO & Paid Holidays | The Villages Charter School Eligibility | & much more!

Hiring Event
Please bring your resume and join us:  

• Friday, May 16 th from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM at The Villages Health Administrative Office (6503 Powell Road, The Villages, FL 32163) – RSVP’s are encouraged through Eventbrite at

Responsibilities: 

A non-exempt position responsible for operating Ultrasound equipment that assists radiologist and/or physicians with diagnosing and/or treating disease and/or injury.

Duties and Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: 

• Uses customer service principles and techniques to deal with patients calmly and pleasantly. 
• Prepares patients for imaging procedures. Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards. 
• Perform imaging following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating ultrasound equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area. 
• Adjusts/sets radiographic controls. Positions patients and perform ultrasounds of specific parts of the patient’s body as requested by physicians. Sends ultrasound reports to appropriate medical staff. 
• Maintains required records including patient records and the system to submit to reading provider for formal interpretations transferring results to current electronic medical record into patient charts. Complies with safety standards. 
• Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to ultrasound equipment, including determining equipment repairs. 
• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned that include checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking, undressing and dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings per provider guidelines; assisting physicians/nurses with various procedures; charting; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls, and providing pertinent information. 
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned that may include sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining ultrasound reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as needed; verifying patient demographics; managing and updating electronic medical record to ensure that information is complete. 
• Fulfills environmental responsibilities as assigned that may include setting up equipment according to protocols; cleaning visit/procedure rooms, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control; cleaning sterilizer according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; and restocking exam/procedure rooms.
• Complies with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines; quality control methods as stated by Florida DOH Office of radiation control. 
• It is The Villages Health Patient Centered Standard of Care that the 1st Response to patient calls must be within 1 hour, up to 3 hours maximum. This is a quality standard expectation for all TVH employees. 
• Communicates with other team members in clinical and clerical area to provide a successful patient centered practice.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification/Ultrasound Technologist required. 
• ARDMS or RVS required. 
• Must have 3 years or more ultrasound experience in vascular, GYN, and abdominal imaging. Maintains CME’s and recertification.   
• Knowledge of Ultrasound procedures and protocols. 
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform Ultrasounds. 
• Knowledge of radiology/ultrasound equipment including safety hazards common to radiology. 
• Skill in positioning patients properly. 
• Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor. 
• Skill in following infection control and radiological safety procedures. 
• Ability to lift and position patients for the ultrasound procedures, required. 
• Ability to notice details. 
• Ability to apply written instructions and standardized work practices.
• Ultrasound with urology focus.  Needs to be RDMS certified for the abdomen.    

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Questions?  Contact us at recruitment@thevillageshealth.com 

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