Department/Unit:HBD - Community EndoWork Shift:Day (United States of America)The ULTRASONOGRAPHER under the direction of the Community Endocrine division director, the Lead Ultrasonographer, the manager, and Community Endocrinology Attending's, will perform ultrasonography services in the outpatient setting at 220 Washington Avenue Ext. The ultrasonographer utilizes ultrasound to create diagnostic images and provide their patients with a safe positive experience. Technicians support teaching and continue learning as the technology changes for both themselves and others. The regular ultrasonographer will be able to perform thyroid ultrasounds, carotid ultrasounds and others.Hourly Range: $36.29 - $51.60Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Maintains competent imaging skills in practicing Ultrasound and strives to grow and develop, creating a professional, progressive imaging department with a positive atmosphere.
Practices in compliance with Hospital and department policy as well as New York state and accrediting agencies' standards.
Actively support the department of OBGYN and the imaging department in maintaining proper accreditations.
Enters patient data into computer systems accurately.
QAs images and patient information for accuracy prior to sending to PACs.
Qualifications
Vocational School Diploma from an accredited school of diagnostic medical sonography - required
less than 1 year experience in Ultrasound - required
Assists physicians with ultrasound procedures (High proficiency)
Ensures information is entered into computer systems accurately (High proficiency)
ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography Upon Hire - required
Physical Demands
Standing - Constantly
Walking - Frequently
Sitting - Frequently
Lifting - Occasionally
Carrying - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Pulling - Occasionally
Climbing - Rarely
Balancing - Rarely
Stooping - Occasionally
Kneeling - Rarely
Crouching - Rarely
Crawling - Rarely
Reaching - Constantly
Handling - Constantly
Grasping - Constantly
Feeling - Constantly
Talking - Constantly
Hearing - Constantly
Repetitive Motions - Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly
Working Conditions
Extreme cold - Rarely
Extreme heat - Rarely
Humidity - Rarely
Wet - Rarely
Noise - Frequently
Hazards - Rarely
Temperature Change - Rarely
Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely
Vibration - Rarely
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