Ultrasonographer IV

SCC Radiology Day (United States of America) Salary Range: Min. $34.40/hr - Max $56.76/hr
The ultrasonographer under the direction of the Medical Director and/or Section Head, the Supervisor, and Radiologist performing ultrasound procedures and assists in the clinical evaluation and care of the patients. The ultrasonographer utilizes ultrasound to create diagnostic images and provide their patients with a safe positive experience. Technologists support teaching and continue learning as the technology changes for both themselves and others. Sonographers must be ARDMS Registered.
This position would rotate between SCC/main. Its four 10 hour shifts, 8-6:30pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday with rotating weekends."
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains competent imaging skills in practicing ultrasound and strives to grow and develop, creating a professional, progressive imaging department with a positive atmosphere.
• Practices in compliance with Hospital/department policy as well as New York State and accrediting agency’s standards.
• Assists Physicians in all aspects of procedures in their assigned area.
• Provides a safe positive experience for the patient.
• Actively supports AMCH and the Imaging Department in maintaining proper accreditations.
• Acts as a mentor and preceptor to new staff and students.
• Expected to take call, work holidays and rotate to all satellite areas.
• Enters patient data into computer systems accurately.
• QA’s images and patient information for accuracy prior to sending to PACS.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree - required


• Passed Ultrasound Boards and must be registered in three areas - required
• 7-9 years of experience - required
• Precepts new ultrasonographers, Radiology Residents and HVCC students.


• Supports & contributes to staff orientations & education for the staff and assists the Supervisor with projects.


• May be assigned additional responsibilities as per Supervisor and MIT V(if applicable).


• Independently able to perform.


• Can handle the complex patient.


• Able to troubleshoot equipment problems.


• Resolve scheduling conflicts with patients.
• ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography Upon Hire - required

Physical Demands

• Standing - Constantly


• Walking - Constantly


• Sitting - Rarely


• Lifting - Frequently


• Carrying - Frequently


• Pushing - Occasionally


• Pulling - Occasionally


• Climbing - Occasionally


• Balancing - Occasionally


• Stooping - Frequently


• Kneeling - Frequently


• Crouching - Frequently


• Crawling - Occasionally


• Reaching - Frequently


• Handling - Frequently


• Grasping - Frequently


• Feeling - Constantly


• Talking - Constantly


• Hearing - Constantly


• Repetitive Motions - Constantly


• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold - Rarely


• Extreme heat - Rarely


• Humidity - Rarely


• Wet - Rarely


• Noise - Constantly


• Hazards - Frequently


• Temperature Change - Rarely


• Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely


• Vibration - Rarely

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!
Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.
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