NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is a 306‑bed medical center, providing care to residents of eastern Long Island. The hospital facility is home to the Knapp Cardiac Care Center—an advanced heart disease diagnostic and treatment facility—as well as a modern ambulatory surgical pavilion with specialized services including women’s imaging, a sleep laboratory, and bariatric surgery. Our Provisional Level 2 Trauma Center delivers comprehensive and specialized care for patients with traumatic injuries.
The Stroke Center at NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is designated by the New York State Department of Health as a Primary Stroke Center, with expert neurologists available to provide treatment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Additionally, NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk has multiple outpatient sites, including an outpatient wound‑care center, a hemodialysis center, and various primary care and specialty offices.
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Position SummaryWe have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Ultrasound Technologist – Per Diem – Ultrasound – Radiology‑Ultrasound – Per Diem – 09:00 AM – 05:00. In this role, the successful candidate provides health‑care services, applying sonic energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs ultrasonic imaging and related procedures in one of the following areas: OB/GYN, abdomen, vascular anatomy.
Demonstrates anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention by, or at the request of, a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Applies appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. By performing all tasks in an efficient, responsible and caring manner, the employee will be dedicated to meeting the needs of customers and staff.
In doing so, will demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care with respect to the special needs of each patient age group serviced as well as those persons with disabilities.
- Assuring information is documented and available for review by a radiologist
- Respecting patient ability and comfort
- Determining ultrasonic frequencies and transducers for the anatomic area of interest
- Identifying patient
- Identifying procedures to be performed
- Checking chart or RX for order
- Verifying pertinent clinical history and reason for exam
- Determining utilization of appropriate protective equipment (gloves, mask, gown, eye shields)
- Selecting and operating ultrasound equipment and devices to achieve desired results quality
- Manipulating display parameters
- Providing hard copy records
- Assuring proper identification recorded
- Exercising precautions in patient applications
- Respecting the biological needs of patients during procedures
- Verifying patient identification / checking armband
- Introducing herself/himself to the patient
- Briefly explaining the procedure
- Verifying if patient is properly prepped for the exam
- Identifying, when appropriate, that there are no contraindications for performing exam
- Providing appropriate assistance to the imaging table, based on patient’s condition
- Maintaining patient dignity and modesty through proper gowning and covering for the patient
- Talking to the patient in a concerned, professional manner (age appropriate)
- Utilizing standard precautions and transmission‑based precautions
- Providing proper instructions for moving and breathing
- Assessing the patient’s…
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