Ultrasound Technologist

Northwell Health; Town of New Castle (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York seeks an Ultrasonography Technologist to perform ultrasound exams and provide diagnostic imaging support. The role requires precision, patient care, and collaboration with clinicians to ensure study appropriateness.

The ideal candidate holds an RDMS credential, a vocational/technical diploma, and participates in accurate documentation and reporting. The position emphasizes high-quality images, equipment calibration, and timely communication.

Qualifications

• Diploma from Vocational or Technical School required.
• Credentials listed: RDMS, RDCS, RCS, ACS, RVT, RVS, RT(S)(ARRT), RT(VS)(ARRT).

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient for ultrasound exam and position for the study.
• Obtain pertinent imaging and diagnostic reports for correlation.
• Consult with referring physician regarding patient history and exam requirements.
• Set up ultrasound equipment and adjust settings for accuracy.
• Perform ultrasound procedures and recognize normal vs artifact findings.
• Determine need for further evaluation beyond initial study.
• Observe patient and report changes in condition.
• Document images and maintain exam logs and records.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot ultrasound equipment as needed.
• All duties align with essential functions under ADA.

Education

Vocational or Technical School Diploma

RDMS

RDCS

RCS

ACS

RVT

RVS

RT.(ARRT)

RT.(VS)(ARRT)

Job description

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.

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Job Responsibility

• 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 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)
• Registered Technologist in Sonography (R.T.(S)(ARRT))
• Registered Technologist in Vascular Sonography (R.T.(VS)(ARRT)).

1-3 Years Of Technical Experience, Required.

• 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).