Ultrasound Technologist - New York, United States - Integrated Resources

Description

Job Title: Ultrasound Technologist

Job Location: New York, NY

Job Duration: 3+ Months (Possibilities of Extension)

Shift: Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Pay Range: $50 - $55/hour. On W2.

Responsibilities:

The Ultrasound Technologist performs or assists in ultrasound examinations, renders technical assistance to the Radiologist, and maintains and cares for all ultrasound equipment.

Prepares and examines all patients, verifying their identity for ultrasound examinations in accordance with established departmental procedures and techniques, which includes obtaining health status and medical history, patient's cooperation or ability to tolerate the examination.

Confirms that the ultrasound examination correlates with patient clinical history and presentation.

Inform physician in charge of any contraindications to the procedure.

Operates and adjusts ultrasound equipment, cleans and makes minor adjustments, taking safety precautions necessary to protect patients and personnel from electric shock or other hazards.

Reports any malfunction to the appropriate person.