Ultrasound Technologist, General -Per Diem / Hospital

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Ultrasound Technologist, General - Per Diem / Hospital. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing diagnostic examinations using sonography. The Ultrasound Technologist may be responsible depending on work location for daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, reports of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA). The sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase their level of understanding & knowledge of the field, disease(s), and new procedures as they evolve.

Responsibilities

• Operates Ultrasound equipment to take diagnostic images of specific body areas/parts as ordered.
• Produces diagnostic images for interpretation by physician.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of Ultrasound equipment.
• Prepares patient using proper positioning and/or immobilizing patients and giving them proper instructions regarding procedure.
• Quality review of the technologist’s images fall within guidelines of departmental SOP.
• Technologist is observed to give clear and concise instruction to the patient before beginning an exam.
• Accurately utilizes the PACS system to make images available to the physician for interpretation. Technologist creates a minimum number of exceptions.
• Accurately utilizes systems.
• Enters proper exam coding.
• Arrives and completes exams in a timely fashion.
• Assists in the care and maintenance of facilities, equipment, and supplies.
• Reports any equipment problems or malfunctions to the supervisor in a timely fashion.
• Instructs and supervises ultrasound students in a clinical practicum. Works with the ultrasound student to perform exams as well as performing individual image evaluation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical Diploma Graduate of an accredited two-year Ultrasound Program required.
• Registered Diagnostic Sonographer OR Registered Vascular Technologist, required.
• Ability to effectively operate sonographic equipment, required.
• Ability to evaluate sonograms in order to acquire appropriate diagnostic information, required.
• Ability to follow established departmental procedures, required.
• Ability to work efficiently and cope with emergency situations required.
• Emotional and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position, required.
• Strength sufficient to: lift some patients, move heavy equipment on wheels (up to approx. 500 lbs), and to move patients in wheelchairs and stretchers, required.
• Ability to maintain prolonged arm positions necessary for scanning, required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field.
• 3 – 5 Years Minimum 3 years of Ultrasound experience.
• 3 – 5 Years OB/GYN, small parts and/or vascular experience.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Benefits

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it’s developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters.

Pay

The salary range for the role is $60.00 – $60.00 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.