Ultrasound Technologist-Level II

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform advanced ultrasound examinations under supervision, ensuring high-quality imaging and patient safety. You will work within a fast-paced ambulatory care network and collaborate with physicians to determine appropriate exams.

The role requires completion of an accredited Sonography training program, ARDMS certification preferred, and 2+ years’ independent ultrasound experience.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited Sonography/Ultrasound training program.
• ARDMS certification preferred.
• Two or more years of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedules patients for ultrasound examinations.
• Explains ultrasound procedures to patients and answers related questions.
• Obtains pertinent clinical data prior to examinations and consults with physicians.
• Prepares patients and equipment for ultrasound examinations; positions patients for imaging.
• Develops images and ensures quality of scans.
• Monitors patients and imaging equipment during procedures and communicates results.

Education

Sonography/Ultrasound training program (accredited)

Job description

Marketing Statement

NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health is one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in the country, providing coordinated world-class primary and specialty care with dignity and respect for all New Yorkers, without exception. At Gotham Health, we practice a person-centered caring culture that values delivering compassionate, quality healthcare in partnership with our patients, community organizations, and staff. Gotham Health is focused on high-quality, affordable care to everyone regardless of ability to pay. Gotham Health serves the community through a two-pronged approach: providing treatment to those who need it while at the same time emphasizing prevention. We strive to deliver services in a way that maximizes each patient's opportunity to achieve successful health outcomes, we believe in every person's right to participate in their care plans, we facilitate partnerships with other community resources to meet the needs of our patients beyond healthcare, and we celebrate and recognize the compassionate care of our committed staff. Join our team if you want to be part of our Gotham Health Family, a person-centered, fully integrated, and innovative ambulatory care network.

Duties & Responsibilities

Purpose of Position

Under supervision, performs a variety of ultrasound procedures to assist in the medical diagnosis and assessment of patients. Acts in compliance with NYC Health + Hospitals, health care setting, and other appropriate regulatory requirements and patient safety standards. Under general supervision, performs ultrasound examinations at an advanced level, including special procedures to assist medical staff in the diagnosis and assessment of patients.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Schedules patients for ultrasound examinations.


• Receives patients and explains and educates patients on ultrasound procedure; answers all related questions and responds to patient’s needs or concerns, as required.


• Obtains pertinent clinical data prior to ultrasound examinations; consults with Physician regarding patient history and to determine appropriate ultrasound exam.


• Prepares patient for ultrasound examination, by safely positioning patient for ultrasound scans and adjusting imaging equipment; performs the procedure and communicates results of diagnostic examination to the Physician.


• Assists in the selection of appropriate software and imaging parameters, when positioning and adjusting equipment to encompass the area to be studied and produce optimal diagnostic imaging quality; returns equipment to its original location after each procedure.


• Develops images, in accordance with appropriate imaging techniques; checks and is responsible for the quality of scans.


• Monitors patients and imaging equipment during procedure and reports changes to appropriate health care professionals.


• Maintains imaging supplies and equipment and performs diagnostic testing and general maintenance on equipment, when needed.


• Prepares ultrasound area, equipment, materials and supplies for patients, as needed.


• Effectively uses electronic medical records (EMR) to document patient encounters and access pertinent patient data and imaging results; accurately maintains all other required records.


• Participates in departmental meetings, internal/external quality assurance/performance improvement (QA/PI) activities and training, as required.

In addition to performing duties of Assignment Level I, as described above, also performs the following:

• Maintains regular contact with physicians and other health care personnel by providing information regarding the nature, scheduling, or results of procedures performed within the Ultrasound Department.


• Assists in the conduct of specialized tests and studies.


• Assists in training programs in ultrasonography and instructs other appropriate technical personnel on technical aspects of their routine use.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a Sonography or Ultrasound training program from an accredited school.

Department Preferences

Preferred

• Advanced certification by the ARDMS.


• Two or more years of experience as a full-time Ultrasound Technologist working independently.