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Yale University Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Hourly Range : $34.77 Overview : In 1971, Yale University established Yale Health to provide health services to its facility, staff, and students through a multidisciplinary health maintenance organization located on campus. Yale Health has approximately 50,000 members including students, staff, faculty, and their families who come from every state in the country and almost every country in the world and is committed to an inclusive workplace. As a member of the Diagnostic Imaging Department Team, assist in providing coordinated and compassionate care at every patient encounter at Yale Health. Responsibilities include performing specialized testing procedures appropriate to specialty (ultrasonography) in Diagnostic Imaging. Review patient's chart, patient's condition, and physician's orders to plan and determine method of testing. Position patients. Set up, operate, and maintain equipment to conduct tests and procedures. Provide information to patients concerning specific tests and procedures. Perform high-level disinfection of u/s probes at the department level. Instruct and act as a source of information on testing techniques, procedures, and equipment operation. Assist patients when necessary to dress/undress for exams, or in transfers to/from wheelchair, stretcher, exam tables, etc. Assist in Diagnostic Imaging/ultrasound exams as directed by the radiologist. Maintain strict patient confidentiality. Act as a liaison with repair personnel. Order and maintain inventory of supplies. Maintain disposable inventory per department protocol regarding date of use/disposal. Required Skills And Abilities : Candidates will need to have a Certification as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. Demonstrated skill with ultrasound in a safe and reliable manner. Proficient in OB-GYN (Level 1), vascular, and general. Proven ability as a medical ultra sonographer in a clinical setting such as a hospital or large medical practice. Demonstrated experience in an urgent care setting or fast-paced medical environment. Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to develop positive relationships with patients and co-workers. Excellent attendance, punctuality, and reliability. Required License(s) Or Certification(s) : Current licensure as a Radiology Technologist. Certification as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. Preferred Education, Experience And Skills : Knowledge of Cannon Ultrasound equipment. Six years related experience as a medical ultra sonographer in a clinical setting such as a hospital or large medical practice. Principal Responsibilities : Performs specialized testing procedures appropriate to specialty ultrasonography in radiology. Reviews patient's chart, patient's condition, and physician's orders to plan and determine method of testing. Positions patients; Sets up, operates, and maintains equipment to conduct tests and procedures. Provides information to patients concerning specific tests and procedures. Processes films and duplicate films. Instructs and acts as a source of information on testing techniques, procedures, and equipment operation. Assists in radiology/ultrasound exams as directed by the radiologist. Assists management in upgrading equipment. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. Maintains disposable inventory per department protocol regarding date of use/disposal. Acts as a liaison with repair personnel. Assists in budget development as requested. May perform other duties as assigned. Background Check Requirements : All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing, and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. Health Requirements : This role is a healthcare worker position. Healthcare workers (HCW) are defined as university employees working in a healthcare setting who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients, human research subjects, or infectious materials including body substance, contaminated medical supplies, devices, and equipment, surfaces, or air. Posting Disclaimer : The hiring rate of a role is determined in accordance with the provisions outlined in the respective collective bargaining agreement. Equal Employment Opportunity : Yale University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
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Sonographer, Yale Health
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Yale University Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Hourly Range : $34.77 Overview : In 1971, Yale University established Yale Health to provide health services to its facility, staff, and students through a multidisciplinary health maintenance organization located on campus. Yale Health has approximately 50,000 members including students, staff, faculty, and their families who come from every state in the country and almost every country in the world and is committed to an inclusive workplace. As a member of the Diagnostic Imaging Department Team, assist in providing coordinated and compassionate care at every patient encounter at Yale Health. Responsibilities include performing specialized testing procedures appropriate to specialty (ultrasonography) in Diagnostic Imaging. Review patient's chart, patient's condition, and physician's orders to plan and determine method of testing. Position patients. Set up, operate, and maintain equipment to conduct tests and procedures. Provide information to patients concerning specific tests and procedures. Perform high-level disinfection of u/s probes at the department level. Instruct and act as a source of information on testing techniques, procedures, and equipment operation. Assist patients when necessary to dress/undress for exams, or in transfers to/from wheelchair, stretcher, exam tables, etc. Assist in Diagnostic Imaging/ultrasound exams as directed by the radiologist. Maintain strict patient confidentiality. Act as a liaison with repair personnel. Order and maintain inventory of supplies. Maintain disposable inventory per department protocol regarding date of use/disposal. Required Skills And Abilities : Candidates will need to have a Certification as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. Demonstrated skill with ultrasound in a safe and reliable manner. Proficient in OB-GYN (Level 1), vascular, and general. Proven ability as a medical ultra sonographer in a clinical setting such as a hospital or large medical practice. Demonstrated experience in an urgent care setting or fast-paced medical environment. Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to develop positive relationships with patients and co-workers. Excellent attendance, punctuality, and reliability. Required License(s) Or Certification(s) : Current licensure as a Radiology Technologist. Certification as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. Preferred Education, Experience And Skills : Knowledge of Cannon Ultrasound equipment. Six years related experience as a medical ultra sonographer in a clinical setting such as a hospital or large medical practice. Principal Responsibilities : Performs specialized testing procedures appropriate to specialty ultrasonography in radiology. Reviews patient's chart, patient's condition, and physician's orders to plan and determine method of testing. Positions patients; Sets up, operates, and maintains equipment to conduct tests and procedures. Provides information to patients concerning specific tests and procedures. Processes films and duplicate films. Instructs and acts as a source of information on testing techniques, procedures, and equipment operation. Assists in radiology/ultrasound exams as directed by the radiologist. Assists management in upgrading equipment. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. Maintains disposable inventory per department protocol regarding date of use/disposal. Acts as a liaison with repair personnel. Assists in budget development as requested. May perform other duties as assigned. Background Check Requirements : All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing, and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. Health Requirements : This role is a healthcare worker position. Healthcare workers (HCW) are defined as university employees working in a healthcare setting who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients, human research subjects, or infectious materials including body substance, contaminated medical supplies, devices, and equipment, surfaces, or air. Posting Disclaimer : The hiring rate of a role is determined in accordance with the provisions outlined in the respective collective bargaining agreement. Equal Employment Opportunity : Yale University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
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