Ultrasound Technologist

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform essential ultrasound exams for patient diagnosis. This role involves utilizing advanced ultrasound technology and collaborating with clinicians to ensure accurate and timely procedures. You will be responsible for preparing patients, conducting exams, and maintaining equipment, all while ensuring patient comfort and safety. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving patient care through innovative diagnostic techniques and contribute to a vital field that makes a difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• Vocational or Technical School Diploma required.
• 1-3 years of technical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for ultrasound exam and explains procedures.
• Performs ultrasound procedures and maintains equipment.
• Documents image details and maintains records.

Skills

Ultrasound Procedures

Patient Care

Technical Judgment

Collaboration with Clinicians

Education

Vocational or Technical School Diploma

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)

Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

Job description

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Base pay range

$82,500.00/yr - $136,340.00/yr

Job Description

Performs ultrasound exams for interpretation to aid in patient diagnosis. Utilizes independent judgment in the application of non-ionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves for diagnosis of disease. Collaborates with clinicians to ensure appropriateness of studies and performs related administrative tasks.

Job Responsibilities

• 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 frequent calibration checks/adjustments on ultrasound equipment and troubleshoots mechanical problems, as necessary.
• 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 Qualifications

• 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).
• 1-3 Years of technical experience required.

Additional Salary Details

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. Several factors may be considered when determining salary, including location, experience, credentials, and more.

Employment Details

• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care