Location: Hawthorne,NY, USA
Stability Direct is seeking a Ultrasound Technologist for a job in Hawthorne, New York.
Job Description & RequirementsStability Direct is proud to partner with one of the leading nonprofit hospitals in White Plains, NY. This hospital has been widely recognized for their exceptional culture, world-class physicians, Magnet-designated nurses and passionate employees who make a real difference in the community. They offer tremendous growth opportunities, great benefits, and flexible work schedules.Ultrasound Technologist - Outpatient
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. Adheres to outpatient facility-wide customer service programs. Performs other duties as assigned such as quality assurance. Exercises professional judgment in performance of procedures. Provides patient care.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:
1. Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.
2. 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.
3. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/or procedures and produces good technical images.
4. Assist physicians during practice-based procedures as necessary.
5. Performs equipment quality assurance and calibrations as needed, orders supplies.
6. Will be required to work in case of emergency procedures or when situations arise in the department. Will be required to work “on- call” at Armonk Urgi-Center and may be required to work at other outpatient sites on holidays, overtime and/or day, evening and overnight shift coverage to help maintain adequate and safe coverage.
7. Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to Bio Med and/or supervisor.
8. Processes CD's, or print pictures if needed.
9. Performs routine office tasks, such as answering phones, checking-in patients, obtaining previous reports/films, or other related duties as needed.
10. Shows radiologist all images and calls reports to the attending physician and documents communication if necessary.
11. May be assigned as an instructor or preceptor.
12. Will treat all people/staff in a professional and courteous manner, upholding the WPH's behavioral standards.
13. Will introduce him/her and educate the patient and/or family member regarding the examination that is ordered.
14. 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.
15. Performs all other related duties as assigned.
16. Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the offsite practices.
17. Coverage rotation to other outpatient off-sites.
18. Position is eligible for certification incentive.
Education & Experience Requirements
Core Competencies
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Stability Direct Job ID #5351. Posted job title: Ultrasound Technologist - Outpatient
About Stability DirectStability Direct, Stability Healthcare's boutique permanent placement division was formed in 2022 with a mission of becoming a service leader in the industry. In a very short period of time, we have become the staffing partner of choice for award-winning and reputable health systems across the country including Adventist Health, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Jupiter Medical Center, Roper Hospital, and Southeast Georgia Health System. With decades of wide-ranging direct placement experience and an unwavering dedication to white glove service, we have found that by utilizing a truly collaborative and personalized approach that we are able to solve even the most complex staffing challenges that hospitals face today.