Ultrasound Radiographer-Washington Square

Responsibilities:

• Operate Ultrasound units.
• Prepare ultrasound rooms and maintain cleanliness of area.
• Interviews and screens patients prior to the examination and explains procedures to the patient.
• Perform, coordinate, and supervise selected patient testing services.
• Ensure all equipment, supplies, and records are available for patient care at the satellites.
• Educate and support patients and their families through telephone consultation, office visits, and hospital visits.
• Educate and instruct other health care providers and patients (and their families) in the use of specialized equipment, new procedures, and new concepts.
• Assure maximum quality of care, design, and implement effective antenatal testing systems.
• Assure maintenance of patient testing records, and unit equipment.
• Assist in research projects as requested by the Division.
• Communicate equipment problems and image quality issues.
• Package and send genetic specimens.

Credentials:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• CPR (required within 90 days of hire)
• ARDMS or RDMS (Required)
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer OR board eligible. RDMS completed OR completed within probationary period.

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• H.S. Diploma/GED required. Experience in Ultrasonography preferred.
• Other (Required)
• Must be a graduate of accredited ultrasound program. Experience in Ultrasonography preferred.