Ultrasonographer

• Gouverneur Hospital at Rochester Regional Health Ultrasonographer
• Gouverneur Hospital at Rochester Regional Health in Gouverneur, New York Posted in 15 days ago. $37.45
• $55.

18 per hour

Job Description:

Description STATUS:

Per Diem

LOCATION

Gouverneur Hospital

DEPARTMENT

Radiology

SCHEDULE

Per Diem SUMMARY Performs ultrasound procedures on patients in accordance with physician orders. Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision. The ultrasound technologist uses independent judgment to evaluate each case in order to obtain high-quality ultrasound exams.

ATTRIBUTES

Requires good reading and deductive skills to interpret physician requests and effectively solve problems. Requires sufficient sensitivity and interpersonal skills to deal with apprehensive patients professionally and compassionately. Requires positive and effective communication skills for interaction with physicians and staff in emotionally charged situations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists the physician during those ultrasound procedures requiring the physician's presence. Lifts and moves patients with assistance. Labels and processes all studies correctly to assure prompt and quality medical care. Notes pertinent clinical information. Operates all ultrasound equipment to obtain the highest quality diagnostic images for radiologist interpretation. Communicates effectively with patients, co-workers, and physicians. Assures the continued and safe operation of all equipment assigned to the ultrasound department. Notifies supervisor of any deficiencies. Assures a sufficient level of supplies required for a ultrasound departmental operation. Orders supplies as necessary. Notifies supervisor of shortages in a timely manner. Assists in the training of student ultrasound technologists. Is responsible for their actions with regards to patient care. Assists in the training of staff technologists assigned in the specialty area of ultrasound.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited ultrasound program OR Graduate of a two-year allied health education program that is patient-care related, such as radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist or registered nurse with 1 year of completion of documented ultrasound clinical experience/employment. OR Graduate of a non-CAAHEP accredited ultrasound program with 1 year full-time documented ultrasound experience.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

If hired after 08/01/2025, registry with

ARDMS, CCI, ARRT

required; if not, must obtain within 18 months of hire date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Registered Sonographer with ARDMS, CCI or

ARRT. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

M

• Medium Work
• Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

PAY RANGE

$37.45

• $55.

18 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.