Operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment. Obtains high quality diagnostic images. Performs ultrasound procedures at a technical level, not requiring direct supervision.
Job Responsibility
- * Under the direction of a qualified physician, performs a variety of ultrasound procedures including routine vascular, abdominal/ visceral, small parts, pelvic/TV, obstetrical, neonatal, portable and operating room procedures according to established department protocols and procedures. Produces high ultrasound imaging in order to obtain diagnostic information. Provides information and explanation to patient in regard to the procedure.
- * Presents and communicates pertinent case information and clinical images to radiologist.
- * Assists in invasive procedures upon physicians request.
- * Reviews each examination for technical accuracy. Identifies anatomical orientation on all images. Ensures proper identification of films. Corrects errors, as necessary.
- * Obtains CME credits via journal clubs and other venues.
- * Prepares and cleans room for patient examinations.
- * Assists in the orientation and training of technologists in training.
- Performs related duties, as required.
*ADA Essential Functions
Job Qualification
- High School diploma or GED, required. Completion of approved training program in ultrasound technology, required.
- Current Registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography or must be registered within one (1) year of hire.
- Experience with Radiology Information System, ultrasound equipment and laser equipment, required. Minimum one (1) year experience as an ultrasound technologist, preferred
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of an approved training program in ultrasound technology
- Current registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, or registration within one year of hire
- Experience with a Radiology Information System
- Experience with ultrasound equipment
- Experience with laser equipment
- At least one year of experience as an ultrasound technologist
What We Do
Northwell Health is New York’s largest private employer and health care provider, with 23 hospitals and nearly 800 outpatient facilities. We care for over two million people annually in the New York metro area and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Our 74,000+ employees – 18,500+ nurses and 14,200+ credentialed physicians, including about 4,500 employed doctors and nearly 3,300 members of Northwell Health Physician Partners – are working to change health care for the better. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu. Interested in a career at Northwell Health?
