Ultrasound Technologist (Level II), Permanent, Day Schedule

Northwell•Village of New Hyde Park, NY

About The Position

FlexStaff is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to work for one of our clients, the largest city health system for their location in Manhattan, NY. This is a permanent, full-time job. Work Shift: 8:00 A.M - 4:00 P.M Saturday availability required. In this role you would be responsible for all types of General Ultrasound, OB/GYN, Breast, and Small Part ultrasound examinations and assisting in the daily operations within the division of ultrasound (patient scheduling, patient transportation and routine maintenance of equipment).

Requirements

Completion of a Sonography or Ultrasound training program from an accredited school.
Must be a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
Valid certification in Sonography issued by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); and
One (1) year of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer.

Responsibilities

Identify the patient and explain the procedure to alleviate any anxiety and ensure their cooperation throughout the process.
Conduct ultrasound examinations according to established protocols.
Prepare the examination area, ultrasound equipment, supplies, and the patient.
Gather relevant information to perform ultrasound examinations, ensuring all exams are properly accessioned, documented, and images are sent to PACS.
Monitor PACS incomplete worklists to confirm that all exams are completed.
Be attentive and responsive to patient needs while conducting all examinations.
Maintain regular communication with radiologists, providing verbal and/or documented preliminary reports for their review.
Coordinate the scheduling of exams and the communication of results as appropriate.
Uphold a professional demeanor when interacting with patients, physicians, staff, and the public.
Adhere to all policies related to safety guidelines and the proper care of imaging equipment, reporting any malfunctions to supervisory staff and documenting service requests.
Ensure a clean and safe work environment for both patients and staff, and report any unexpected incidents following occurrence report protocols.
Promote patient safety by taking all necessary precautions to create a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.