Gotham companies is looking for an Ultrasound / Sono Tech - Generalist who is a responsible healthcare professional who uses ultrasound equipment to capture images of the internal organs, tissues, and blood flow of patients. These images help doctors diagnose and treat medical conditions.
Shift: 8:45am - 4:45pm; Monday - Friday
Position Summary:
Performs routine and some special procedure imaging, diagnostic and medical sonograms. Prepares patient for procedures. Assists Radiologists when needed. Prepares, operates and cares for the equipment being used. Develops/processes films when needed. Adheres to established radiology “standards of care”. Obtains appropriate continuing education. Assumes responsibility for assigned area and duties. Performs sonography services in accordance with standards established by the hospital as well as Federal, State, and Local standards.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:
- Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors
- Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires
- Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/ or procedures and produces good technical images
- Assist physicians during procedures as necessary
- Performs equipment quality assurance and calibrations as needed, orders supplies
- Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to Bio Med and/or supervisor.
- Processes films, or print pictures if needed
- Shows radiologist all films and calls reports to the attending physician and documents communication if necessary
- Will introduce him/her and educate the patient and/or family member regarding the examination that is ordered.
- Should be knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial stature of patient populations; neonate/newborn, pediatric/adolescent, adults and geriatric groups
- Performs all other related duties as assigned
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Graduation for an accredited school of Ultrasonography
- MUST have OB experience.
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- 1 year Experience. Must meet continuing education requirements to maintain certification.
- BLS certification
Core Competencies:
Team work, adaptability, communication skills, problem-solving skills, planning and organizing, attention to detail, judgment and decisions making skills, stress tolerance.
Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment:
- Must be able to remain in stationary position 50% of the time
- The person in this position needs to occasionally move about the department to access patients and paperwork.
- Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
- The person in this position frequently communicates with patients who have questions about their bills/financial obligations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Must be able to observe and inspect employees and patients in the department.
- Frequently move and position patients for exams
- May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) database and may be accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS database can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
Healthcare setting:
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- OB Ultrasound: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- ARDMS Certification (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- New York, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person