Per Diem Cardiac/Vascular Sonographer (FGP) - Bay Ridge

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. 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. For more information, go to med.nyu.edu, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Position Summary We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Per Diem Cardiac/Vascular Sonographer (FGP) – Bay Ridge. In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for performing all cardiac ultrasound studies including echocardiograms, treadmill stress echocardiograms, pharmacological stress echocardiograms, echocardiograms with ultrasound enhancing agents and agitated saline studies. The candidate will also perform all vascular ultrasound studies including carotid duplex, upper and lower extremity venous and arterial duplex studies, abdominal aortic studies, renal artery duplex studies, iliocaval duplex studies, mesenteric duplex studies, plethysmography, and ankle‑brachial index studies. Job Responsibilities Demonstrates knowledge of NYU policies and protocols and incorporates them into the performance of duties. Performs all cardiac ultrasound studies including echocardiograms, treadmill stress echocardiograms, pharmacological stress echocardiograms, echocardiograms with ultrasound enhancing agents, and agitated saline studies. Performs all vascular ultrasound studies including carotid duplex, upper and lower extremity venous and arterial duplex studies, abdominal aortic studies, renal artery duplex studies, iliocaval duplex studies, mesenteric duplex studies, plethysmography, and ankle‑brachial index studies. All studies must adhere to NYU protocols as well as IAC and ACR standards. Provides for patient comfort and interacts with the patient by identifying self to the patient and verifying the patient’s identity by checking the ID bracelet or verbal acknowledgement. The technologist explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly and provides patient privacy. Creates a preliminary report based upon completion of the scan. Documents the scans according to departmental procedures, enters, maintains, and records all pertinent patient data, and uses good judgment when determining if the procedure was sufficient for proper diagnoses. Uses highly technical equipment to perform ultrasound studies. Alerts medical staff of abnormalities that require immediate attention. Compares present echovascular studies to previous studies to monitor changes in status. Assists with maintaining accreditation compliance and documentation (IAC or ACR) and submitting appropriate studies to management for accreditation application. Position may require lifting, pushing, or moving patients and equipment over 150 pounds, with or without assistive devices. Carries out assignments within a realistic time frame. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate's degree in a related field and completion of an accredited program in cardiac and vascular ultrasound, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) and Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or with Cardiovascular Credentialing International as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) and Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS). One must have one cardiac credential and one vascular credential. Candidate may apply if they have one credential (cardiac or vascular) with the requirement of obtaining the other second credential within one year of hire. Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS). Must maintain active registry status. Required Licenses: Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer – CT, Registered Vascular Technologist – CT, Cardiovascular Credentialing International – RCS, RVS, American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers – RDCS, RVT. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than a place to work. At NYU Langone Health, we support our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings include financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program, employee resource groups for peer support, and a holistic employee wellness program focused on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. These resources are designed to allow employees to focus on what truly matters. NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. Applications must be completed online. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. 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 this role is $56.33 – $62.09 per hour. Actual salaries depend on experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The listed salary range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay, or other compensation or benefits. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here. #J-18808-Ljbffr NYU Grossman School of Medicine