Ultrasound Technologist

Northwell•Syosset, NY

10h

About The Position

Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment in the application of non-ionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves for diagnosis of disease.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an approved program in Echocardiography/Ultrasound.
Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, physics of diagnostic ultrasound and familiarity with pertinent medical/surgical disease.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification.
Equivalent work experience documented by institutional referral with a minimum of 200 cases in echocardiography and the other modalities.

Nice To Haves

Hospital experience

Responsibilities

Prepares patient for examination, including positioning for optimum testing and explaining procedures to relieve anxiety.
Sets-up equipment to administer the particular procedure in a timely fashion.
Performs ultrasound procedures, recognizing the significance of visualized structures and differentiating artifacts from normal or pathological processes.
Ensures ordered views and images have been obtained using approved techniques and determines the need for more extensive evaluations.
Obtains pertinent radiological and diagnostic exam reports for the physician necessary for correlation with the ultrasound scan.
Consults with referring radiologist regarding patients' previous history and the appropriate ultrasonic procedure.
Correlates clinical history to ascertain that appropriate procedure is performed.
Monitors patient condition, performing direct observation during the entire examination.
Recognizes and promptly reports to the physician, changes in the patient's condition and/or motor abnormality complaints.
Maintains records and logs exams performed, documenting accurately the slice location and labeling study on multi-format film.
Ensures proper documentation of real-time studies on videotape.
Performs minor repairs and frequent calibration checks and adjusts ultrasound equipment when necessary.
Troubleshoots mechanical problems of the equipment by performing minor repairs as necessary.
Recognizes and reports major problems to appropriate personnel to ensure prompt resolution.
Maintains control of inventory and purchases of supplies for the assigned area.
Checks completeness of purchase order requisitions.
Reviews stock levels, storage locations and utilization of film inventories and medical and surgical supplies.
Performs related duties, as required.