Lead Ultrasound Technologist (Maternal Fetal Medicine)

Northwell Health; Chappaqua (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Ultrasound Technologist to lead a dynamic team in delivering exceptional patient care. This role involves guiding technologists through their duties, performing complex ultrasound procedures, and ensuring the highest standards of diagnostic imaging. With a focus on patient comfort and accurate results, you will play a crucial role in the healthcare process. Join a nonprofit integrated healthcare network that is the largest provider in New York State, where your expertise will contribute to a mission of compassionate care and innovation. This opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Vocational or Technical school diploma required with relevant sonography credentials.
• 5-7 years of technical experience with 2+ years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide Ultrasound Technologists in their duties and training.
• Perform ultrasound procedures and ensure accurate results.
• Document imaging details and maintain equipment.

Skills

Ultrasound Procedures

Technical Judgment

Patient Communication

Leadership

Education

Vocational or Technical school Diploma

Tools

Ultrasound Equipment

Job description

Leads and guides Practice Ultrasound Technologists in the performance of duties. Performs a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment in the application of non-ionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves for diagnosis of disease. Ensures equipment function, supply inventory and staff availability.

Job Responsibility

1. Leads and guides Ultrasound Technologists in performance of duties.
   Provides orientation and in-service training on new procedures/techniques.
   Handles and/or acts as a resource for difficult or complex sonography issues.
   Participates in scheduling, prioritizing and assigning work to team members based on workflow fluctuations.
2. Performs all functions of an Ultrasound Technologist.
   Prepares patient for ultrasound exam. Positions patient on examination table according to departmental standard operating procedures. Explains procedures in layman’s terms to relieve patient of pre-testing anxiety.
   Obtains pertinent imaging and diagnostic reports required for correlation with ultrasound exam being performed.
   Consults with referring physician regarding patient history and to determine appropriate ultrasound exam required.
   Sets up equipment to administer particular exam in a timely fashion. Uses settings on machines to assure accurate results, using technical judgment.
   Performs ultrasound procedures and recognizes significance of structures visualized in the oscilloscope and differentiates artifacts from normal or pathologic processes.
   Determines need for more extensive evaluations beyond preliminary instructions.
   Observes patient during entire examination. Recognizes and reports any changes in patient’s condition and/or motor abnormality complaints by patient including: fainting, discoloration, etc. in accordance with procedures.
   Documents image details and labels study. Maintains records and logs exams performed.
   Performs minor repairs, frequent calibration checks/adjustments, and troubleshoots mechanical problems by performing minor repairs ultrasound equipment, as necessary.
3. Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

Vocational or Technical school Diploma required.
One (1) of the following credentials required:
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS),
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS).
5-7 years of technical experience and 2+ years of leadership experience, required.

About the company

Northwell Health is a nonprofit integrated healthcare network that is New York State's largest healthcare provider and private employer. The flagship hospitals of Northwell are North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center.