Cardiac Sonographer - Manhattan

NYU Langone Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 113,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and wellness program

Job summary

NYU Langone Health in New York is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to perform and analyze all aspects of cardiac ultrasound testing, including M-mode, 2D, Doppler, 3D, and vascular studies.

The successful candidate will prepare equipment, ensure patient comfort, document studies, and assist the cardiologist during emergencies. ARDMS certification and accredited ultrasound program are required; an Associate's degree is preferred and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited ultrasound program.
• ARDMS registry (certification) required.

Responsibilities

• Provides for patient comfort and prepares equipment for procedures.
• Prepares equipment and supplies according to departmental procedures.
• Identifies patient and verifies identity.
• Explains procedures and maintains patient privacy.
• Demonstrates knowledge of normal and abnormal cardiac anatomy and hemodynamics.
• Performs and critiques echocardiograms and notes abnormalities for medical staff.
• Assists cardiologist during emergencies and compares with prior studies.
• Documents echocardiograms and enters pertinent data.
• Maintains and sterilizes equipment and notifies supervisor of breakdowns.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ultrasound

Patient interaction

Education

ARDMS certification

Accredited ultrasound program

Job description

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No. 1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S. News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health. For more information, go to NYU Langone Health, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram.

Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Cardiac Sonographer. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing, measuring and analyzing all aspects of cardiac ultrasound testing which includes M-mode two-dimensional, pulsed and continuous wave, color flow Doppler, stress echocardiograms including pharmacological stress testing, 3D reconstruction, tissue Doppler, color M-mode, contrast echocardiography, vascular studies such as color flow Doppler and imaging of the renal arteries, carotid arteries, aortic stents, and pseudoaneuryums. Also responsible for performing all methods of vascular ultrasound testing which include Duplex Scanning, Arterial Doppler and Pulse Volume Recordings, Venous Doppler, or other types of studies.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides for patient comfort and arranges equipment for procedures.
• Prepares equipment and supplies according to established departmental procedures.
• Interacts with patients by identifying self to patient and verifies the identity of the patient by checking the patient ID bracelet or verbal acknowledgement by patient.
• Explains the procedures and equipment to the patient clearly. Provide for patient privacy at all times.
• Utilizes patient chart in obtaining pertinent history as necessary. Demonstrates a working knowledge of normal and abnormal cardiac anatomy, cardiac hemodynamics, as the major disease processes of the cardiovascular system.
• Performance, assesses and critiques the patients echocardiogram deciding what is necessary for a complete diagnostic study. Alerts the appropriate medical staff of abnormalities that require immediate attention.
• Is prepared to assist the cardiologist in the event of a cardiac emergency. Compares present echocardiograms to previous studies to monitor changes in present status. Carries out assignment within a realistic time frame.
• Documents the echocardiogram according to departmental procedures. Enters, maintains, and records all pertinent data. Informs physician of any changes in patients condition or vital signs.
• Maintains equipment for proper function and safety. Cleans and prepares equipment for patient applications. Sterilizes equipment after each isolation patient and study in accordance with nursing and departmental policy.
• Notifies manager or supervisor sonographer of any breakdown in equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited program in Ultrasound.
• Registry by the American Registry to Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate's Degree in a related field.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $113,037.27 - $125,986.37 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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