OB/GYN Ultrasound Sonographer

Ultrasound TechnologistCity/State: New Rochelle, New YorkGrant Funded: NoDepartment: MNR Interventional RadiologyBargaining Unit: 1199Work Shift: DayWork Days: MON-FRIScheduled Hours: 8 AM-4 PMScheduled Daily Hours: 7.5 HOURSHourly Rate: $42.03For 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.Job Summary Under the direction of the ultrasound attending or the Director of Ultrasound and Site Administrator (for non-clinical functions), performs a variety of ultrasound examinations at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Uses independent judgement and initiative to a I described scanning methods for purposes of medical diagnosis.Optimizations and thorough scanning techniques for all exams.Performance of appropriate exam and patient awareness. Maintain quality patient care, e.g. IV pump operation, oxygen delivery patient modesty, etc. Clean and maintain ultrasound equipment between procedures. Universal precautions and infection control.Monitor and maintain performance of all equipment. Insure proper equipment function to manufacturers specifications. Safe handling and security of ultrasound equipment. Minimize equipment downtime from mishandling and loss.Maintain film jackets, patient records, exam verification in charts, will be trained and must utilize ASOBGYN proficiently. Accurate medical documentation of procedures in charts utilizing ASOBGYNCorrelation of x-ray, lab results, and other clinical data. Correlation of clinical and ultrasound findings for maximum yield.Requires 30 Continuing Education credits per three year rolling triennium to maintain active ARDMS status within the Department of Obs/Gyn & Women's Health.Graduation from an accredited training program in diagnostic medical sonography which meets requirements for certification by ARDMS.Experience and skills in obstetrics and gynecology are necessary, which level of expertise will be determined by the Director of Ultrasound.ARDMS RequiredMontefiore New Rochelle Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital 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.