Ultrasound Technologist Part Time Evenings

Ultrasound Technologist Part Time Evenings Montefiore Mount Vernon - 4.0 Mount Vernon, NY Job Details Part-time $42.90 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications High school diploma or

GED Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Full Job Description City/State:

Mount Vernon, New York Grant Funded:

No Department:

MMV MRI Bargaining Unit:

1199

Work Shift:

Evening Work Days:

WEEKENDS

Scheduled Hours:

4 PM-12

AM Scheduled Daily Hours:

7.5

HOURS Hourly Rate:

$42.90 For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors. To learn more about the "Montefiore Difference" - who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here . Job Summary Under the direction of the ultrasound attending or the Director of Ultrasound and Site Administrator (for non-clinical functions), performs a variety of ultrasound examinations at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Uses independent judgement and initiative to a I described scanning methods for purposes of medical diagnosis. Essential Functions 1. Perform to completion sonograms of indicated anatomical areas using available modalities following prescribed protocols. Insure complete sonographic examinations as required for diagnostic purposes. (ACR standards) 2. Utilize correct patient positioning based on patient habitus and exam requirements. Optimizations and thorough scanning techniques for all exams. 3. Prepare a preliminary written impression of completed sonogram. Supply initial impression for review by attending in charge for all exams performed. 4. Interview patients for identification, patient education and detailed clinical history Performance of appropriate exam and patient awareness. Zero error tolerance for patient identification. 5. Maintain quality patient care, e.g. IV pump o operation, o oxygen delivery patient modesty, etc.) Maximize patient safety and comfort Zero incidence rate. 6. Clean and maintain ultrasound equipment between procedures. Universal precautions and infection control. 7. Monitor and maintain performance of all equipment. Insure proper equipment function to manufacturers specifications. Adherence to manufacturers s specifications. 8. Safe handling and security of ultrasound e equipment. Minimize equipment downtime from mishandling and loss. 9. Maintain film jackets, patient records, exam verification in charts, will be trained and must utilize ASOBGYN proficiently Accurate medical documentation of procedures in charts utilizing

ASOBGYN 10.

Correlation of x-ray, lab results, and other clinical data. Correlation of clinical and ultrasound findings for maximum yield. 11. Maintain the standard of Montefiore RESPECT in the working environment. In order to have a productive and pleasant environment, strive for excellence in all areas of the position. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Graduate of an approved program in Echocardiography/Ultrasound and demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology, physics or diagnostic ultrasound and familiarity with pertinent medical/surgical disease. Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification, required. Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.