Breast Ultrasound Technologist

Northwell Health•New York, NY

About The Position

Utilizes non-ionizing, high-frequency ultrasonic wave equipment to perform diagnostic and screening ultrasound exams. The position is for a brand-new outpatient site, The Goldman Pavilion, scheduled to open in early 2027. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The technologist collaborates with physicians and radiologists to confirm exam details and obtain quality images; enters relevant patient history; explains procedures and positions patients; sets up and operates equipment; performs ultrasound exams to established standards; and assists physicians with ultrasound-guided procedures as needed. The role also includes observing and reporting changes in patient condition, labeling and transmitting images, documenting exams and results, maintaining and calibrating equipment, monitoring supplies, keeping the work area organized, collaborating with the healthcare team, and participating in quality and performance improvement activities. A graduate of an accredited ultrasound or related program and at least one of the listed sonography credentials are required. Prior imaging experience is preferred, and breast ultrasound experience is highly preferred.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited ultrasound or related program.
Hold at least one of the following credentials: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS), or Registered Technologist in Sonography (R.T.(S)).

Nice To Haves

Prior imaging experience.
Breast ultrasound experience (highly preferred).

Responsibilities

Collaborate with physicians and radiologists to confirm required exam details and ensure optimal image quality.
Enter patient history and other pertinent information from requisitions for correlation with the exam.
Explain procedures to patients and ensure they are positioned appropriately; use shields, immobilization, and supportive devices as needed.
Set up equipment for particular exams and operate controls to obtain the correct exposure.
Perform ultrasound exams according to established division standards and procedures.
Assist physicians during procedures requiring ultrasound guidance, as needed.
Provide backup support in other sonographic modalities, as appropriate.
Observe patients, recognize changes in condition, and promptly report them to the appropriate clinician.
Ensure image quality, apply required labels, and transmit images to radiologists and required record-keeping systems.
Document exams and results in patients’ medical records.
Calibrate and clean equipment, perform regular quality-control tests, and promptly report repair needs to management.
Monitor and maintain supply inventory in assigned areas.
Keep the work area clean and organized according to established safety standards.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to support continuity of care and patient safety.
Participate in performance-improvement and quality-control activities.
Perform related duties as required.