Ultrasonographer Tech

Rochester Regional Health; Town of Gouverneur (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Gouverneur is seeking an Ultrasonographer to perform high-quality ultrasound imaging and support the daily operations of the Imaging Services department.

You will assist RNs and physicians during interventional procedures and help coordinate the daily schedule to fit in add-on exams.

Qualifications

• Registry with ARDMS, CCI or ARRT required within 18 months of hire date.
• Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited ultrasound program or related allied health program with ultrasound experience.
• Preferred: Registered Sonographer with ARDMS, CCI or ARRT.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in performing Ultrasound examinations.
• Maintain departmental equipment following OEM guidelines and report issues.
• Follow infection control, universal precautions, and isolation procedures; report issues to Manager.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Equipment maintenance

Infection control

CE requirements

Education

CAAHEP-accredited ultrasound program

Two-year allied health program with ultrasound

Non-CAAHEP ultrasound program with 1 year experience

Job description

Job Title: UltrasonographerDepartment: Imaging ServicesLocation: Gouverneur HospitalHours Per Week: Per DiemSchedule: Per DiemSUMMARY: Performs high-quality ultrasound imaging. Assists in the daily routines of the ultrasound department. Assists the RN and physician in the performance of interventional procedures. Responsible for the coordination and ongoing evaluation of the daily schedule in fitting in add on exams. Comply with the professional and ethical standards of the American Association of Diagnostic Medical SonographersRESPONSIBILITIES:Provide direct patient care in performing Ultrasound examinations.Maintains departmental equipment by following OEM guidelines, reporting equipment failure or concerns to the departmental Manager and Biomed.Follows P & P for infection control, universal precautions, and isolation procedures when required.Reports any issues to the departmental Manager.Universal criteria: Participates in departmental performance improvement.Completes all required annual training and competencies.Demonstrates responsibility for personal professional development by participating in CE requirements.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Registry with ARDMS, CCI, ARRT required within 18 months of hire dateGraduate of a CAAHEP-accredited ultrasound program OR Graduate of a two-year allied health education program that is patient care related, such as radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist or registered nurse with 1 year completion of documented ultrasound clinical experience/employment OR Graduate of a non-CAAHEP-accredited ultrasound program with 1 year of full-time documented ultrasound experience.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSRegistered Sonographer with ARDMS, CCI or ARRTUNION:1199 SEIU (GH)Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligibleEDUCATION:LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.PAY RANGE:$38.20 - $56.28The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.