Ultrasound Technologist, General -Per Diem / Hospital

Ultrasound Technologist, General -Per Diem / Hospital

NYU Langone HospitalLong Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Position Summary:

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.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify, you must have a 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. NYU Langone HospitalLong 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. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. NYU Langone HospitalLong Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. 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.