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Ultrasound Technician - Per Diem - NYU Langone Huntington Medical Group

NYU Langone Health, Huntington, New York, United States

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Ultrasound Technician – Per Diem – NYU Langone Huntington Medical Group 4 days ago | Be among the first 25 applicants

Job ID: 1152432_RR00111738

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island

is a 591‑bed university‑affiliated medical center that offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. It is a major regional healthcare resource committed to medical education and research, providing a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. Equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Position Summary We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Ultrasound Technician – Per Diem – NYU Langone Huntington Medical Group. In this role, the successful candidate will perform diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment in various modes and techniques to locate, evaluate, and record pertinent anatomical, pathological, and functional data. They will operate ultrasound equipment to produce quality images, perform studies in the required modalities, and provide training and guidance to Ultrasound Technology students.

Job Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.

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 patients 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’s 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, guides them to perform good ultrasound procedures, conveys information to students to increase their level of understanding, evaluates the students’ progress in clinical areas and monitors the work performed by students under their supervision.

Minimum Qualifications Should possess a Certificate from an approved ultrasound/vascular technology education program. Registered or registry eligible to take the Registry exam (ARDMS) within 1 year of hire date.

Required Licenses Cardiovascular Credential Int_CCI, American Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Preferred Qualifications Registered as American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. Registered Vascular Technologist.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Benefits NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with comprehensive benefits and wellness package that includes financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program, employee resource groups, and a holistic wellness program focusing on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

Equal Opportunity Employer NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. Applications must be completed online.

Salary Transparency Salary range: $60.00 – $60.00 hourly. Actual salaries depend on experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The range does not include bonuses, incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

Seniority Level Not Applicable

Employment Type Temporary

Job Function Other Hospitals and Health Care

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