Ultrasound Technologist TRI Imaging Amherst

Catholic Health; Town of Amherst (NY); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 83 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

The Ultrasound Technologist at Trinity Seton Imaging Amherst in Amherst, NY, performs non-ionizing high-frequency ultrasound procedures with independent judgment. The role may include occasional X-ray duties and requires a solid foundation in radiologic principles.

This per diem position supports varied start times, 8:00am–6:00pm shifts, and Saturdays, with travel to Trinity Medical affiliated sites as needed.

Qualificações

• AAS degree required; BS preferred in Medical Diagnostic Sonography.
• Licensure as Radiologic Technologist or ARDMS/ARRT certification required or preferred.
• Within three months of hire, able to perform examinations to standards.

Responsabilidades

• Perform ultrasound procedures with independence and accuracy.
• Potentially perform X-ray procedures at Staff Radiology Tech level.
• Maintain and document imaging data and ensure patient safety.

Conhecimentos

Good judgment

Analytical ability

Interpret data

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organized

Patience and maturity

Formação académica

AAS degree

BS in Medical Diagnostic Sonography

BLS preferred

NYS licensure / ARDMS/ARRT

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Hours:

8:00am to 6:00pm with varied start times and Saturdays

Facility:

Trinity Seton Imaging Amherst

Shift:

Shift 1

Status:

Per Diem

FTE:

0.106667

Bargaining Unit:

Trinity Medical

Exempt from Overtime:

Exempt: No

Work Schedule:

Varied

Hours:

8:00am to 6:00pm with varied start times and Saturdays

Summary:

The Ultrasound Technologist performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the application of non-ionizing high frequency ultrasound waves. Where the incumbent is a licensed "General Radiology Technologist." May be required to perform x-ray procedures at the same level of performance prescribed for a Staff Radiology Technologist

Responsibilities:

Education:

• AAS degree required, BS in Medical Diagnostic Sonography preferred
• BLS preferred
• Licensure as a Radiological Technologist through the NYS DOH or certification in sonography through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography® (ARDMS®) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Experience:

• One (1) year working experience as Ultrasound Staff Technologist or one (1) year clinical experience as a graduate of an accredited Ultrasonography program that includes a clinical internship preferred
• Within three (3) months of hire, employee should be able to perform examinations in an acceptable manner

Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

• Good judgment
• Analytical ability
• Ability to interpret data and draw conclusions
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Work requires precision in recording and preparing data, recognizing that errors may have serious consequences for patients
• Must pay strict attention to detail and maintain alertness to detect evidence of irregularities in images as well as equipment malfunctions. These must be communicated to a Supervisor/Manager and a call must be placed for maintenance.
• Must be organized in maintaining workflow
• Must possess patience and maturity in dealing with patients and families as well as medical staff and other practice personnel

Working Conditions:

• Required to travel to other Trinity Medical affiliated locations
• May be exposed to infectious disease processes

Environment:

• Intermittent exposure to a few unpleasant physical conditions