Ultrasound Technologist
Montefiore Hospital- Moses Campus
Bronx, NY
Days
$52/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- ShiftDays
- Facility Information1:2 Patient ratioNot-For-Profit HospitalShort Term Acute CareTeaching Institution1444 bedsEpic Systems Corporation
Pay
Qualifications
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Under the direction of the Radiologist in charge of ultrasound and supervisor of ultrasound, performs a variety of ultrasound examinations at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Uses independent judgement and initiative to apply prescribed scanning protocols for purposes of medical diagnosis.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform to completion sonograms of indicated anatomical areas using available modalities following prescribed protocols.
Utilize correct patient positioning based on patient body habitus and exam requirements.
Prepare a preliminary written impression of the completed sonogram.
Interview patients for identification, patient education and detailed clinical history.
Maintain adherence to the imaging workflow in EPIC and GE PACS. Includes tracking exams in EPIC throughout all the steps in process, verifying images in PACS to insure patient exam types, labeling and orientation are correct.
Maintain quality patient care (eg. IV pump operation, oxygen delivery, patient modesty, etc.)
Clean and maintain ultrasound equipment between procedures.
Monitor and maintain performance of all equipment.
Safe handling and security of ultrasound equipment.
Maintain patient record exam verification in EPIC and PACS.
Correlation of x-ray, lab results, and other clinical data.
Train new associates, Radiology residents, medical students and ultrasound students in Ultrasound procedures.
Schedule Monday, Friday, Saturday.
REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma/GED
Graduation from an accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound Program
Registered Specialty with the ARDMS in Abdomen and/or OBGYN
Requires 30 CE credits per three year rolling triennium to maintain active ARDMS status.
Knowledge/ability to operate diagnostic ultrasound units capable of B Mode, M Mode, color and pulse wave Doppler and 3D imaging.
Ability to utilize EPIC medical information system.
Ability to utilize GE PACS.
Ability to utilize Trophon disinfection systems.
Workstation/PC operational knowledge.
PREFERRED:
Associates Degree
Department: Radiology Bargaining Unit: 1199 Campus: MOSES Employment Status: Regular Part-Time Address: 3400 Bainbridge Avenue, Bronx
Shift: Day Scheduled Hours: 8:30 AM-5 PM Req ID: 221924 Salary Range/Pay Rate: $52.48
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Facility
Montefiore Hospital- Moses Campus
- 1:2 Patient ratioVerified by 43 Vivian users
- Not-For-Profit Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- Teaching Institution
- 1444 beds
- Epic Systems Corporation
Employer
Montefiore Medical Center
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