Ultrasound Technologist Job at Northwell Health, Queens, NY

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  • Northwell Health
  • Queens, NY

Job Description

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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.

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.

Saturday hours 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).

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Saturday,

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