Sonographer/Ultrasound Technologist - (Perinatology OBGYN) - FlexStaff

Northwell Health•Poughkeepsie, NY

15d

About The Position

Performs ultrasound exams for interpretation to aid in patient diagnosis. Utilizes independent judgment in the application of non-ionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves for diagnosis of disease. Collaborates with clinicians to ensure appropriateness of studies and performs related administrative tasks.

Requirements

Vocational or Technical school Diploma required
Current Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certification required, plus specialized certifications as needed
1-3 years of technical experience, required

Responsibilities

Prepares patient for ultrasound exam
Positions patient on examination table according to departmental standard operating procedures
Explains procedures in layman’s terms to relieve patient of pre-testing anxiety
Obtains pertinent imaging and diagnostic reports required for correlation with ultrasound exam being performed
Consults with referring physician regarding patient history and to determine appropriate ultrasound exam required
Sets-up equipment to administer particular exam in a timely fashion
Uses settings on machines to assure accurate results, using technical judgment
Recognizes significance of structures visualized in the oscilloscope and differentiates artifacts from normal or pathologic processes
Determines need for more extensive evaluations beyond preliminary instructions
Observes patient during entire examination
Recognizes and reports any changes in patient’s condition and/or motor abnormality complaints by patient including: fainting, discoloration, etc. in accordance with procedures
Documents image details and labels study
Maintains records and logs exams performed
Performs minor repairs and frequent calibration checks and adjusts ultrasound equipment, when necessary and troubleshoots mechanical problems of the equipment by performing minor repairs as necessary
Performs related duties as required