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Northwell Health

Nonprofit health system in New York and Connecticut

Abdomen - Vascular Sonographer

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timePeconic, NY, USA$52 - $80 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A vocational or technical school diploma is required.
  • Current Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification is required, with specialized certifications as needed.
  • One to three years of technical experience is required.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare patients for ultrasound exams, position them according to departmental standard operating procedures, and explain procedures in lay terms to ease pre-testing anxiety.
  • Obtain relevant imaging and diagnostic reports for correlation with the ultrasound exam; consult referring physicians about patient history and the appropriate exam.
  • Set up equipment for each exam promptly and use machine settings and technical judgment to ensure accurate results.
  • Recognize the significance of structures visualized in the oscilloscope, distinguish artifacts from normal or pathological processes, and determine when further evaluation beyond preliminary instructions is needed.
  • Observe patients throughout examinations and report changes in condition or motor-abnormality complaints, including fainting or discoloration, according to procedures.
  • Document image details, label studies, and maintain records and logs of exams performed.
  • Perform minor repairs and frequent calibration checks, adjust ultrasound equipment when needed, and troubleshoot mechanical problems by performing minor repairs.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

About the Company

Northwell Health

Nonprofit health system in New York and Connecticut

Northwell Health is a nonprofit health system serving patients across New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley and Connecticut through hospitals and outpatient practices. Its network combines hospitals for complex care, community hospitals and specialty centers such as Cohen Children's Medical Center and Zucker Hillside Hospital. The system coordinates hospital, ambulatory and post-acute care, with philanthropy supporting its community mission. Its research institutes and partnerships with Hofstra University connect patient care with medical discovery and training for doctors, nurses and physician assistants. Founded in 1997, Northwell is headquartered in Lake Success, New York.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Lake Success, NY
Founded
1997

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