Ultrasound Technologist - Mount Kisco New York

Company: Northwell Health
Location: Mount Kisco, New York
Posted On: 05/08/2024

Job Description
Performs a variety of technical procedures that require the application of non-ionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves for diagnosis of disease.
Job Responsibility

• Prepares patient for examination.
  
• Explains procedure in layman terms to relieve patient of anxiety.
  
• Ensures patient is screened according to protocol, and assures consent for the procedure has been obtained, when necessary.
  
• Positions patient on examination table for optimum testing procedure and conditions.
  
• Sets-up equipment to administer the proper procedure in timely fashion.
  
• Performs ultrasound procedures.
  
• Recognizes significance of all structures that are visualized on the oscilloscope and differentiates artifacts from normal or pathological processes in timely manner;
  
• Ensures proper views and images have been obtained and proper techniques have been employed; determines need for more extensive evaluations beyond preliminary instructions.
  
• Collects all pertinent data and calculations for physician interpretation
  
• Acknowledges and reviews images in computer system.
  
• Ensures accuracy of all patient data. Processes imaging and prints CDs, as required.
  
• Gathers previous related patient reports, as required.
  
• Performs minor repairs and adjusts equipment, as required.
  
• Adheres to Infection Control guidelines in the performance of duties. Maintains cleanliness of work area, equipment and accessories.
  
• Performs related duties as requires
  
  Job Qualification
  
  
  
  
  • Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technology program, required.
    
  • Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required within one (1) year of employment, required.
    
  • Previous ultrasound technologist experience, preferred.
    
  • Ability to communicate effectively, required.
    
    *Additional Salary DetailThe 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). More...

        

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