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What they do
An Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer uses ultrasound technology to examine the inside of patients' bodies and diagnose medical conditions. Works closely with other healthcare specialists who assess and treat relevant conditions. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$66,873 / year median in New York
+20% projected growth
Job Description
EHS Overview :
Episcopal Health Services Inc. (EHS) is a health system located on the Rockaway Peninsula in Queens, New York. EHS provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care to the diverse populations of the Rockaways, Five Towns, South Nassau, and beyond. The system offers comprehensive preventive, diagnostic, and rehabilitative services to people of all faiths. St. John's Episcopal Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission's Health Facilities Accreditation Program and is approved by the New York State Department of Health. The hospital is a recipient of the Gold-Plus Get with the Guidelines®-Stroke Quality Achievement Award and the Gold-Plus Get with the Guidelines®-Heart Failure Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. Additionally, St. John's is proud to be redesignated as a Baby-Friendly® Hospital by Baby-Friendly USA - the accrediting body and national authority for the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) in the United States. Come Grow With Us!
Type:
Full-Time 75
Hours Bi-Weekly Shift:
Nights Hours:
7:00 PM - 7:30
AM Pay Range:
$49.55 - $56.52 The ultrasound technologist operates ultrasound diagnostic equipment to produce two-dimensional ultrasonic pattern and positive pictures of internal organs for use by professional personnel in diagnosis of disease, study of malfunction of organs, and prenatal examination of fetus and placenta.
Responsibilities:
Perform sonography exams ensuring that request conforms with doctor's orders in patient's chart Explain process to patient and instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for required exposure to ultrasonic waves Select appropriate ultrasonic recording parameters for procedures Demonstrate proficiency in recognizing abnormal conditions and report same to supervisor Maintain appropriate records, statistics, and log Provide for adequate inventory and equipment operation
Requirements:
High School diploma or Equivalency required Graduate from an accredited school for Ultrasound Technologists RDMS Certification (New Grads must acquire certification within 2 years of graduation date) 6 months experience preferred