Associate Ultrasound Technologist

New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New York City seeks a dedicated Ultrasound Technologist to join their team. The role involves planning, coordinating, and conducting ultrasound procedures while ensuring patient comfort and safety. The ideal candidate will have a valid certification in Sonography and at least one year of experience. Join a compassionate team committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Savings and Pension Plans

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Paid Holidays and Vacation

College tuition discounts

Professional development opportunities

Employee discounts programs

Qualifications

• One year of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer.
• Valid certification in Sonography issued by ARDMS, ARRT, or CCI.

Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates day-to-day activities in the Ultrasound Department.
• Conducts training programs in ultrasonography.
• Performs quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Certification in Sonography

Job description

Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center is one of New York City’s premier acute care hospitals. Located in Downtown Bronx, Lincoln is a teaching hospital renowned for its Centers of Excellence, and a recognized industry leader in the implementation of state-of-the art medical technology and best practices. Our team of highly trained and caring medical professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care that is safe, compassionate, culturally competent and patient-centered. Comprehensive services are offered in three major primary care areas: Medicine, Pediatrics, and Women’s Health in addition to more than eighty (80) specialty services. At Lincoln, the safety and comfort of our patients is our number one priority.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Visit us at www.nyc.gov/html/hhc/lincoln.

Work Shifts

Rotating

Job Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION:
General tasks and responsibilities will include:
1. Plans, schedules and coordinates the day-to-day activities to ensure the continuous flow of work.
2. Assists in developing quality control procedures and quality assurance and instructs other technical personnel on aspects of their routine use.
3. Conducts training programs in ultrasonography.
4. Assists in the development of new tests by performing comparison studies and clinical trials, and implements these new procedures.
5. Assists physicians and other health care personnel regarding the nature, scheduling, or results of procedures performed within the Ultrasound Department.
6. Coordinates and participates the orientation of new hires, volunteers and students.
7. Assists in the movement of patients on wheelchairs, stretchers, and examination tables; to and from holding area.
8. Assists physician with special procedures such as biopsies and aspirations.
9. Attends regularly scheduled department meetings i.e., staff, in-service, training, PI.
10. Checks requisition form for completion, physician notes, physician signature, and/or special instructions.
11. Completes all paperwork where applicable.
12. Confirms patient identification by verbal confirmation, ID band, etc.
13. Consults with radiologist and/or other physicians regarding examination appropriateness when necessary.
14. Assists in the training of scanning techniques and quality control of equipment to new ultrasound technologists and students.
15. Describes nature and time requirements of requested examinations to patient.
16. Greets and introduces self to patient.
17. Identifies problems and communicates them to immediate supervisor; offers appropriate solutions.
18. Keeps room/work station, machine and probes neat and orderly.
19. Maintains, rotates and orders supplies/inventory in assigned area.
20. Participates in identified professional organizations as required.
21. Performs patient registration and rescheduling (RIS) in the absence of clerical personnel.
22. Performs visual preventive maintenance checks, records and reports results to appropriate personnel. Initiates service of equipment when necessary.
23. Practices sterile technique, prevents cross contamination to patients and instruments, and practices appropriate infection control, both in the Ultrasound area and on portables done on the floor.
24. Promotes good interpersonal relationships.
25. Provides patient with gowning and draping supplies and instructions.
26. Provides patient, doctor, and office staff with proper examination preparation.
27. Records patient history, unusual conditions/limitations and other information such as: exam time, room#, and signature on the radiology requisition form.
28. Restocks and maintains assigned work station/equipment daily in an orderly fashion.
29. Demonstrate knowledge of patient scheduling protocols.
30. Adjusts technical factors in proportion to patient and body part being examined.
31. Performs quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations.
32. Attends meetings, seminars and training courses external to the department in order to maintain professional acumen.
33. Demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills.
34. Demonstrates anatomy under investigation using required ultrasound imaging techniques.
35. Demonstrates complete working knowledge of all ultrasound equipment within the department.
36. Participates in film critique in-service activities.
37. Performs all routine ultrasound procedures according to required protocols.
38. Performs more complex Ultrasound procedures, both in the Ultrasound area and on portables done on the floor.
39. Obtain any addition certifications or credentials, to keep up with changing departmental requirements.
40. Assist in departmental scheduling issues, and responsible to ensure for required coverage.
41. Prepares daily work log as required.
42. Utilizes hospital/department communications, telephone and paging systems appropriately.
43. Performs quality control testing on a routine basis.
44. Adheres to departmental attendance standards.
45. Adheres and conforms to hospital/departmental guidelines, polices, and procedures.
46. All other duties as required by the department.
47. Conducts Departmental In-services, training and PI.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Valid certification in Sonography issued by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); and
2. One (1) year of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer.

How To Apply

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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs