NYU Langone Hospitals
Position Summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Technologist, Ultrasound‑General. In this role, the successful candidate will perform diagnostic sonographic examinations using ultrasonic equipment in various modes and techniques, locate, evaluate, and record pertinent anatomical, pathological, and functional data. The candidate will operate ultrasound equipment to obtain quality images, perform studies in the required modalities, and provide training and guidance to Ultrasound Technology students.
Job Responsibilities
Demonstrates knowledge of the hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiology.
Selects appropriate patient information from HIS/RIS system in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Accesses patient information; schedules exams, appointment times, type of exam, patient reports, etc.
Follows departmental HIS/RIS system procedures and protocol to ensure orders are verified and processed correctly.
Effectively assesses patient information and status, and follows appropriate procedure(s) accordingly.
Uses standard procedures to identify the correct patient.
Reviews patient requisition and understands the type of exam required by each requisition and confers with medical staff regarding clarification when necessary.
Follows accepted radiologic procedures and uses medical information to determine type of protocol required for radiographic examination. Consults policy and procedure manuals and/or other reference materials as necessary to ensure actions conform to established protocols.
Follows special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition. Recognizes need for and follows isolation precautions.
Independently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
Explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly. Solves problems that arise during patient examinations using both technical knowledge and innovation.
Alters examination to maximize information in response to patient condition.
Confers with other technologists concerning previous approaches utilized.
Demonstrates skill in equipment set‑up, utilization and proper maintenance procedure.
Performs visual and manual quality control checks of radiographic equipment.
Uses imaging and peripheral equipment in a safe and productive manner in accordance with prescribed hospital, departmental and manufacturer procedures.
Observes and reports any malfunctioning of the equipment and notifies appropriate persons in case of missing or damaged equipment.
Directs and monitors student clinical training.
Observes the student during clinical training and guides them to perform good ultrasound procedures.
Conveys information to students to increase their level of understanding. Evaluates the students progress in clinical areas. Monitors the work performed by students under their supervision.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Certificate from an approved ultrasound/vascular technology education program.
Registered as an American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advert
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Job Responsibilities
Demonstrates knowledge of the hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiology.
Selects appropriate patient information from HIS/RIS system in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Accesses patient information; schedules exams, appointment times, type of exam, patient reports, etc.
Follows departmental HIS/RIS system procedures and protocol to ensure orders are verified and processed correctly.
Effectively assesses patient information and status, and follows appropriate procedure(s) accordingly.
Uses standard procedures to identify the correct patient.
Reviews patient requisition and understands the type of exam required by each requisition and confers with medical staff regarding clarification when necessary.
Follows accepted radiologic procedures and uses medical information to determine type of protocol required for radiographic examination. Consults policy and procedure manuals and/or other reference materials as necessary to ensure actions conform to established protocols.
Follows special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition. Recognizes need for and follows isolation precautions.
Independently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
Explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly. Solves problems that arise during patient examinations using both technical knowledge and innovation.
Alters examination to maximize information in response to patient condition.
Confers with other technologists concerning previous approaches utilized.
Demonstrates skill in equipment set‑up, utilization and proper maintenance procedure.
Performs visual and manual quality control checks of radiographic equipment.
Uses imaging and peripheral equipment in a safe and productive manner in accordance with prescribed hospital, departmental and manufacturer procedures.
Observes and reports any malfunctioning of the equipment and notifies appropriate persons in case of missing or damaged equipment.
Directs and monitors student clinical training.
Observes the student during clinical training and guides them to perform good ultrasound procedures.
Conveys information to students to increase their level of understanding. Evaluates the students progress in clinical areas. Monitors the work performed by students under their supervision.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Certificate from an approved ultrasound/vascular technology education program.
Registered as an American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advert
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