Per Diem Cardiac Sonographer (FGP) - Manhattan

NYU Langone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Grossman School of Medicine invites applications for a Per Diem Cardiac Sonographer (FGP) in Manhattan. The role performs echocardiograms, treadmill and pharmacological stress tests, and related ultrasound studies, adhering to NYU policies and IAC standards.

The position emphasizes patient comfort, accurate data entry, and collaboration with medical staff. Eligible candidates hold an Associate's degree in cardiac ultrasound, RDCS or RCS, and BLS, with active registry status.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field or accredited cardiac ultrasound program.
• Registered RDCS or RCS required.
• BLS certification required.
• Active registry status required.
• Effective communication with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Performs all cardiac ultrasound studies including echocardiograms and stress tests.
• Adheres to NYU protocols and IAC standards.
• Documents scans and enters patient data accurately.
• Maintains patient comfort and explains procedures to patients.
• Alerts staff to abnormalities and assists with accreditation tasks.
• Position may require lifting patients and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in related field or accredited cardiac ultrasound program

Job description

Per Diem Cardiac Sonographer (FGP) - Manhattan

Allied Health --> Radiology

New York, NY

Full-Time/Regular

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health , the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. For more information, go to med.nyu.edu , and interact with us on LinkedIn , Glassdoor , Indeed , Facebook , X and Instagram.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Per Diem Cardiac Sonographer (FGP) - Manhattan.

In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for performing all cardiac ultrasound studies including echocardiograms, treadmill stress echocardiograms, pharmacological stress echocardiograms, echocardiograms with ultrasound enhancing agents and agitated saline studies.

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of NYU policies and protocols and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
• Performs all cardiac ultrasound studies including echocardiograms, treadmill stress echocardiograms, pharmacological stress echocardiograms, echocardiograms with ultrasound enhancing agents and agitated saline studies.
• All studies must adhere to NYU protocols as well as IAC standards.
• Provides for patient comfort and interacts with patient by identifying self to patient and verifies identity of the patient by checking the patients ID bracelet or verbal acknowledgement by patient. Technologist explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly and provides patient privacy.
• Creates a preliminary report based upon completion of the scan. Documents the scans according to departmental procedures. Enters, maintains and records all pertinent patient data. Must use good judgment when determining if the procedure was sufficient for proper diagnoses.
• Usage of highly technical equipment to perform ultrasound studies.
• Alerts medical staff of abnormalities that require immediate attention.
• Compares present echocardiogram studies to previous studies to monitor changes in status.
• Assists with maintaining accreditation compliance and documentation (IAC) and submitting appropriate studies to management for accreditation application.
• Position may require lifting, pushing, or moving patients and equipment over 150 pounds, with or without assistive devices.
• Carries out assignments within a realistic time.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in a related field or completion of an accredited program in cardiac ultrasound, required.
• Registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) OR with Cardiovascular Credentialing International as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), required.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), required.
• Must maintain active registry status.

Required Licenses: Reg Cardiac Congntl Sonogrphr, Diagnostic Cardic Sonogrphr-Ct, Reg Cardiac Sonographer - Cert

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine 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 Grossman School of Medicine 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.

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