Senior Ultrasound Technologist

City/State:White Plains, New YorkDepartment:WPH Radiology Admin_8Work Shift:DayWork Days:MON-FRIScheduled Hours:8 AM-5 PMHours Per Pay Period:75Pay Rate/Range:$57.11-$85.67/hrFor positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.Sign On Bonus:15,000Essential Functions1. Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires2. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/ or procedures and produces good technical images, reviewing completed exams for quality, completeness for the type of test ordered3. Assists physicians during procedures as necessary4. Performs equipment quality assurance and calibrations as needed, orders supplies5. May be required to work in case of emergencies or when situations arise in the department. May take call, work holiday, overtime and/or day, evening and overnight shift coverage to help maintain adequate and safe coverage for the department6. Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to Bio Med or supervisor.7. Processes images, or prints CD’s if needed8. Performs routine office duties, such as answering phones, checking previous reports/ films, documents information on patients’ request, Meditech or hospital RIS and PACs digital x-ray system9. Notifies transport when patients are ready to be picked up or returned to floors10. Shows radiologist films and calls reports to the attending physician and documents communications if necessary (wet readings)11. May be assigned as an instructor or preceptor12. Will treat all people/staff in a professional and courteous manner, upholding the hospitals behavioral standards.13. Introduces self and educates each patient or family member regarding the examination that is ordered.14. Knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial needs of different patient populations including neonate/newborn, pediatric/adolescent, adults and geriatric groups15. Performs other related duties as required, attends staff meetings and in-services16. Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the department or hospital17. Prepares schedules18. Maintains time sheets and prepares payroll19. Orders supplies20. In charge of daily patient flow and departmental tasks21. On standby/ call in case of emergency department coverage22. Performs all other related duties as assigned23. Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the department or hospitalQualificationsHigh School Required and/or GEDCompletion of a certified Ultrasound program.4-6 years of working experience preferredThe person in this position needs to occasionally move about the department to access patients and paperwork. (High proficiency)Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (High proficiency)The person in this position frequently communicates with patients who have questions about their bills/financial obligations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. (High proficiency)Must be able to observe and inspect employees and patients in the department. (High proficiency)Frequently move and position patients for exams (High proficiency)ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Upon Hire RequiredBLS - American Heart Association within 90 Days RequiredWhite Plains Hospital Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. White Plains Hospital Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr