Ultrasound Technologist #Per Diem

61st Street Service Corp•Scarsdale, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist will work in a collaborative environment to provide superior patient care. The incumbent will perform all duties associated with acquisition, processing, submission for interpretation, and archiving of ultrasound images, and will be responsible for the care of the patient while in the ultrasound area. This position supports ColumbiaDoctors, one of the largest multi-specialty practices in the Northeast, comprising an experienced group of more than 2,800 physicians, surgeons, dentists, and nurses, offering more than 240 specialties and subspecialties. There is an opportunity to grow as part of the Ultrasound Technologist Career Ladder.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalency.
A minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience.
NYS License, ARDMS certified.
Current BLS required.
Must have excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong ability to deescalate stressful situations.
Candidate must demonstrate strong aptitude for detail, flexibility, punctuality, and ability to work independently.
Must demonstrate strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Must be able to make sound judgments and execute the appropriate actions based on the needs of patients and knowledge of facility policies and procedures.
Basic proficiency in computer skills including, but not limited to, Electronic Health Systems, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, email systems, etc.

Nice To Haves

Will provide coverage as requested throughout practices (multiple sites and flexible schedule).

Responsibilities

Greet and interact with patients, visitors, vendors, and all faculty and staff.
Perform ultrasounds and general radiological procedures: Review imaging requests for appropriateness based on clinical information provided. Review all questionable orders with the radiologist and, at the radiologist’s discretion, the referring physician.
Position patient and select appropriate options to ensure best-case imaging.
Observe patient while in the ultrasound area for change in status and make appropriate intervention or contact primary care givers for instruction.
Judge diagnostic quality of finished medical images prior to submission to radiologist for interpretation.
Offer detailed explanation of diagnostic procedures to patients and answer questions as appropriate.
Set up and assist with sonographic core biopsies, FNAs, and hysterosonograms/saline-infused sonograms.
Independently perform a wide range of sonographic examinations on adult and pediatric patients: abdominal, soft tissue, gynecological, renal, thyroid, scrotal, vascular, and musculoskeletal exams.
Operate and maintain equipment on a daily basis, maintaining logbooks with equipment performance data: schedule PM, perform QA, maintain records required for and participate in inspections.
Perform clerical responsibilities associated with acquisition, processing, and archiving of patient records.
Address any service calls and follow up as required or as directed, based on operational need.
Other duties as assigned.