Ultrasound Technologist

Ultrasound Technologist

Good Samaritan University Hospital is a 537- bed (including 100 nursing home beds) teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island. With almost 900 physicians on staff, and a level II Trauma Center, we care for well over 100,000 patients annually across the south shore of Long Island. Our reputation for excellence is built on great choices and empowered leadership, and fosters a team that's focused on evidence based practice, continual learning and exceptional quality of care.

The Ultrasound Technologist performs ultrasound examinations on both in and out patients.He/she sets up equipment, documents patients' complete history and explains the procedures to be performed. Prepares preliminary evaluations and communicates the results to the radiologist.

Responsibilities:

•Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations.

•Assist doctor with invasive procedures, color-flow ultrasound and other scans as required based on assignment.

•Selects appropriate equipment for use in ultrasound setup, following exam specifications.

•Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.

•Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

•Selects transducer and adjusts the equipment controls according to the organ to be examined, the depth of field and other specifications of tests.

•Enters tests data and patient information into computer and ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.

Requirements:

•High school diploma or equivalent, and graduate of AMA approved ultrasound school.

•Registry status required with ARDMS to continue employment after one year.Must be CPR certified. Must maintain 30 CME credits every three years.

•Alert and skilled in appropriately assessing the job to be done and completing a variety of tasks quickly, accurately and in correct sequence; ultrasound techniques and patient positioning.Operation and use of ultrasound equipment.Communication skills.

•At least 1 year experience, preferred.

At Catholic Health Services of Long Island your well-being comes first, with comprehensive compensation and benefits; our offerings go beyond the basics. In addition to multiple medical plans, life insurance, generous paid time off and flexible spending accounts, we also offer substantial tuition reimbursement, an employer funded pension plan and several savings plan options for your future.