Shift Details: varies, 6:30am-3pmJob DescriptionPerforms ultrasound exams for interpretation to aid in patient diagnosis. Utilizes independent judgment in the application of non-ionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves for diagnosis of disease. Collaborates with clinicians to ensure appropriateness of studies and performs related administrative tasks.
Job Responsibility
Prepares patient for ultrasound exam; Positions patient on examination table according to departmental standard operating procedures; explains procedures in layman’s terms to relieve patient of pre-testing anxiety.
Obtains pertinent imaging and diagnostic reports required for correlation with ultrasound exam being performed; consults with referring physician regarding patient history and to determine appropriate ultrasound exam required.
Sets-up equipment to administer particular exam in a timely fashion; uses settings on machines to assure accurate results, using technical judgment.
Recognizes significance of structures visualized in the oscilloscope and differentiates artifacts from normal or pathologic processes; determines need for more extensive evaluations beyond preliminary instructions.
Observes patient during entire examination. Recognizes and reports any changes in patient’s condition and/or motor abnormality complaints by patient including: fainting, discoloration, etc. in accordance with procedures.
Documents image details and labels study; maintains records and logs exams performed.
Performs minor repairs and frequent calibration checks and adjusts ultrasound equipment, when necessary and troubleshoots mechanical problems of the equipment by performing minor repairs as necessary.
Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.
Job Qualification
Vocational or Technical school Diploma required.
Current Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certification required, plus specialized certifications as needed.
1-3 years of technical experience, required.
Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisem*nt and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Other
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Northwell Health by 2x
See who you know
Get notified about new Ultrasound Technologist jobs in Smithtown, NY.
Sign in to create job alert
Similar jobs
Ultrasound and Ultrasound Vascular Technologists
Ultrasound and Ultrasound Vascular Technologists
University Radiology
East Brunswick, NJ
Xray Technologist
Xray Technologist
USRN Partners
Stamford, CT
Ultrasound (Vascular/General/ECHO) Tech
Ultrasound (Vascular/General/ECHO) Tech
PDI HEALTH (Preventive Diagnostics)
Providence, RI
Ultrasound Technologist
Ultrasound Technologist
Life Line Screening
Portland, OR
X-Ray Technologist - Sign-On Bonus
X-Ray Technologist - Sign-On Bonus
Fast Pace Health
Merrillville, IN
X-Ray Technologist - Sign-On Bonus
X-Ray Technologist - Sign-On Bonus
Fast Pace Health
Commiskey, IN
X-Ray Technologist - Sign-On Bonus
X-Ray Technologist - Sign-On Bonus
Fast Pace Health
Lexington, KY
Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist
Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist
Tohono O'odham Nation
Sells, AZ
X-Ray Technologist - Sign-On Bonus
X-Ray Technologist - Sign-On Bonus
Fast Pace Health
Somerset, KY
X-Ray Technologist - Sign-On Bonus
X-Ray Technologist - Sign-On Bonus
Fast Pace Health
Crown Point, IN
Ultrasound Technologist
Ultrasound Technologist
Life Line Screening
Spartanburg, SC
X-Ray Technologist - Sign-On Bonus
X-Ray Technologist - Sign-On Bonus
Fast Pace Health
Normandy, TN
Ultrasound Technologist, Imaging Ultrasound - Full time
Ultrasound Technologist, Imaging Ultrasound - Full time
Introduction: My name is Corie Satterfield, I am a fancy, perfect, spotless, quaint, fantastic, funny, lucky person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.
We notice you're using an ad blocker
Without advertising income, we can't keep making this site awesome for you.
