Ultrasound Technologist

Montefiore Nyack Hospital; Village of Nyack (NY); On-site; USD 73,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Nyack Hospital is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform radiologic ultrasound examinations in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role requires adherence to AIUM/ARDMS standards and collaboration with radiologists and physicians.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate Degree, ARDMS within 180 days, and BLS within 90 days, with at least one year of ultrasound experience preferred. Night shifts with a flexible schedule are available.

Qualifications

• 1 year general Ultrasound experience preferred.
• ARDMS certification required within 180 days.
• BLS certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasounds per AIUM/ARDMS standards and hospital protocols.
• Process images for radiologist interpretation.
• Maintain a neat, organized work area and prepare room before patient.
• Communicate with coworkers to ensure workflow and patient safety.
• Follow hospital policies and document with RIS/PACS without errors.

Skills

Ultrasound experience

On feet most of day

Team communication

Education

Associate Degree

ARDMS certification within 180 days

BLS certification within 90 days

Job description

City/State:Nyack, New YorkDepartment:UltrasoundBargaining Unit:NH- CWAWork Shift:DayWork Days:NIGHTS VARYScheduled Hours:6:30PM - 7:30AMScheduled Daily Hours:13 HOURSHours Per Pay Period:0Hourly Rate/Range:$55.03For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.Job SummaryTo make radiologic images to use in special medical and radiological equipment to radiographically visualize organs not examined by conventional means. Perform general Ultrasound functions.Essential FunctionsJob Specific Contacts 1. General Contacts: Patients, doctors, nurses, visitors, other departments within the hospital. 2. Job Provides Direction to: n/a Environment and Demands 1. Environmental Demands: Describe the physical environment in which the job must be performed. Radiation exposure hazard controlled. Exposure to infection and disease. 2. Essential Physical and Cognitive Demands, Manual Dexterity: Describe the physical efforts, manual dexterity and cognitive skills required for the job (i.e., eye/hand coordination, lifting, pulling, walking, concentration, analysis, customer sensitivity, etc.). On feet most of day. Lifting and positioning of patients. Moving of heavy mobile equipment. B. MISSION/STRATEGIC PLAN: Participates in activities which support the mission of the hospital C. JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the required job specific technical/professional knowledge, skills and abilities. * 1. Perform exams according to AIUM / ARDMS standards and as per Montefiore Nyack Hospital protocols; maintain competencies as required for position. 2. Maintain a neat, well organized work area; prepare room prior to patient (ie., test equipment, stock room with needed supplies). Keep room and work area neat and clean. 3. Process images to be interpreted by the radiologist. 4. Maintain communication with coworkers to facilitate work flow and patient safety. 5. Must possess the ability to work in a high stress area and maintain a positive interaction for the patient. 6. Close communication with the Radiologists and referring physicians is required for this position. 7. Ability to follow all Hospital policies. 8. Ability to critique images and complete work with RIS / PACS with no errors. *Document on addendum age specific competency. Part II: Employee Performance Standards A. CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1. Demonstrates the ability to create a positive interaction with the customer. 2. Demonstrates positive communication with people of different cultures, values and beliefs. 3. Demonstrates the ability to acknowledge customer concerns and takes corrective action. 4. Demonstrates compliance with identified customer service behaviors. 5. Provides escort to customers when necessary. B. PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT: 1. Participates in Department/Hospital-wide activities which improve processes and/or outcomes. 2. Utilizes resources to maintain and improve self development and knowledge. 3. Complies with licensure and/or certification requirements. 4. Participates in annual competency assessment. C. BUDGET: 1. Demonstrates fiscally prudent use of equipment and supplies. 2. Utilizes charge process for supplies/equipment and appropriate billing information including patient history. D. PROJECTS/ASSIGNMENTS: 1. Completes projects/assignments within projected time frames and expectations.QualificationsAssociate DegreeOne year general Ultrasound experience PreferredARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography within 180 Days RequiredBLS - American Heart Association within 90 DaysMontefiore Nyack Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Nyack Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.