Ultrasound Technologist

St. John's Riverside Hospital•City of Yonkers, NY

22d•$49 - $64

About The Position

St. John's Riverside Hospital is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to perform ultrasound scanning and address issues that may arise, including patient discomfort and discussions of cases with radiologists and referring physicians. The technologist prepares patients for examinations, explains procedures, performs studies, and assists physicians during interventional procedures. The role also includes maintaining a clean examination room and ultrasound equipment, handling biomedical waste according to CDC and OSHA guidelines, preparing studies for radiologist review using PACS, and supporting appointment and patient-transport coordination.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school for Ultrasound Technology.
ARDMS credential in OB, AB, or RVT, or CCI RVS credential.
Registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Manual dexterity to manipulate equipment functions.
Ability to communicate with patients and other health professionals.
Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
Proficiency using MediTech and PACS.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of GE ultrasound units.
Breast Registry.

Responsibilities

Perform ultrasound scanning and handle issues that arise, including patient discomfort and discussions of cases with radiologists and referring physicians.
Position and transfer patients to and from the ultrasound table using proper safety techniques.
Prepare patients for examinations and explain procedures while performing studies.
Assist physicians during interventional procedures.
Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with CDC and OSHA guidelines.
Maintain cleanliness of the examination room and ultrasound machines.
Differentiate artifacts from normal and pathological processes.
Correlate clinical history with the test performed.
Prepare studies for radiologist reading using PACS.
Answer phones and schedule appointments.
Call the floor to arrange transport of patients for testing.
Maintain adequate room supplies, including respiratory and suction tubing.