Ultrasound Technol-Registered

Northwell Health; Village of New Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking an Ultrasound Technician to prepare and position patients, operate and maintain ultrasonic diagnostic equipment in a busy department in New York.

The ideal candidate will be a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with BLS certification, completed ultrasound program, and ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients. Responsibilities include patient prep, image acquisition, record-keeping, and supporting research efforts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduation from an approved Ultrasound Program is required.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Specialized in ultrasonic techniques and procedures; ability to obtain appropriate imaging.

Responsibilities

• Operates ultrasonic diagnostic equipment to examine various parts of the body (pelvis, abdomen, liver, kidneys, heart, etc.).
• Prepares patients by determining necessary anatomical positioning according to policy.
• Sets up and operates ultrasound equipment; adjusts controls and handles film as needed.
• Provides technical guidance and assistance to staff and students rotating through the area.
• Maintains records and statistics of ultrasound examinations.
• Participates in research projects.
• Maintains inventory and orders supplies as required.
• Maintains equipment in proper working order and requests repairs as required.
• Ensures a high level of care for patients visiting the department.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Ultrasound techniques

Communication skills

Equipment handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Ultrasound Program

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification

BLS certification

Job description

Job Description Prepares and positions patients appropriately for ultrasonic examinations. Sets-up, operates and maintains ultrasonic diagnostic equipments.

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Job Description Prepares and positions patients appropriately for ultrasonic examinations. Sets-up, operates and maintains ultrasonic diagnostic equipments.

Job Responsibility

• Operates ultrasonic diagnostic equipment to examine various parts of body such as pelvis, lower and upper abdomen (liver, gallbladder, pancreas, aorta, etc.), retroperitoneal area (kidneys, adrenals), heart, head, etc., pregnancy evaluation (fetal size, placenta, abnormalities, etc.).
• Prepares patients for ultrasonic examinations by determining necessary anatomical positioning of patients, in accordance with departmental policy.
• Sets up and operates various types of ultrasonic equipment.
  • Adjusts and operates controls to obtain correct exposure, in accordance with departmental regulations.
  • Loads and unloads film in cameras.
  • Makes exposures for each film, using proper film and identification for each patient.
• Provides technical guidance and assistance to staff, students and medical staff rotating through area.
• Maintains records and statistics of ultrasound examinations.
• Participates in research projects.
• Maintains inventory and orders supplies, as required.
• Maintains equipment in proper working order, makes minor adjustments, and requests repair service, as required.
• Assures high level of care for patients visiting department.
• Performs related duties as required
• ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Graduated from an approved Ultrasound Program, required.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification, required.
• BLS certification, required.
• Specialized in ultrasonic techniques and procedures, required. Ability to operate ultrasound equipment and obtain appropriate imaging of anatomical structures, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).