Description
Job Title: Ultrasonographer
Status: Per Diem
Department: Medical Imaging
Location: SLH - MH Main - 1 Hospital Drive Massena, NY 13662
Schedule: Per Diem
SUMMARY:
Performs high quality Ultrasound imaging. Assists in the daily routines of the ultrasound department. Assists the RN and physician in the performance of interventional procedures. Responsible for the coordination and ongoing evaluation of the daily schedule in fitting in add on exams. Comply with the professional and ethical standards of the American Association of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs ultrasound procedures on patients in accordance with physician orders.
Assists the physician during those ultrasound procedures requiring the physician's presence.
Lifts and moves patients with assistance.
Labels and processes all studies correctly to assure prompt and quality medical care. Notes pertinent clinical information.
Operates all stationary and mobile x-ray equipment available to the Medical Imaging department except in the ultrasound and C.T. equipment.
Notifies supervisor of equipment deficiencies.
Develops x-rays and assists in maintaining processing equipment by assuring that chemical solutions are kept at prescribed levels.
Assures the continued and safe operation of all equipment assigned to the ultrasound department. Notifies supervisor of any deficiencies.
Assures a sufficient level of supplies required for a ultrasound departmental operation.
Notifies supervisor of shortages in a timely manner.
Assists in the training of student x-ray technologists. Is responsible for their actions with regards to patient care.
Assists in the training of staff radiological technologists assigned in the specialty area of ultrasound.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited ultrasound program.
OR
Graduate of a two-year allied health education program that is patientcare related, such as radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist or registered nurse with 1 year completion of documented ultrasound clinical experience/employment.
OR
Graduate of a non-CAAHEP accredited ultrasound program with 1 year fulltime documented ultrasound experience.
Registry with ARDMS, CCI or ARRT, if not registered at time of hire must obtain within 12 months of hire date.
Current incumbents to obtain certification through ARDMS, CCI or ARRT by 10/1/2026.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Registered Sonographer with ARDMS, CCI or ARRT
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
PAY RANGE: $37.45 - $55.18
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
