Ultrasonographer

About AWM:

At Associates for Women's Medicine, we seek to provide the highest level of care through our highly skilled health care professionals and state of the art technologies. With years of experience, the physicians of Associates for Women's Medicine demonstrate professionalism and expertise at every level. Offering a full range of obstetrics and gynecology services from the initial exam, to childbirth and through menopause and beyond, our goal is to offer patient centered medical care based on mutual trust and communication.

Position Summary:

The Ultrasound Technologist work involves the performance of Obstetric and Gynecologic ultrasound procedures utilizing high frequency sound waves to detect anatomical abnormalities. Produce results for use by the ordering providers in the diagnosis and management of their patients. The work has a significant impact on the quality of health care provided to the patient.

Primary responsibilities:

• Independently perform diagnostic sonography, including Obstetrical and Gynecological and occasionally, Abdominal examinations following the sonography guidelines stated in the Associates for Women’s Medicine, Imaging Division, Procedure & Protocol manual.
• Receive patient; explain procedure; prepare and position patient, selecting appropriate transducer for the exam.
• Evaluate clinical history to select proper scanning technique.
• Verify images taken, making sure the information regarding patient name and identification number are accurate, and labeling of anatomic structures is correct.
• Create the written report to be reviewed by the imaging physician and ordering provider.
• Responsible for assisting the providers with special scan procedures such as Sonohysterography and Amniocentesis.
• Keep equipment clean and maintain sufficient inventory of gels and miscellaneous accessories.
• Responsible for following the Associates for Women’s Medicine Employee Manual guidelines and maintaining a good working relationship with all of the practices serviced by the Imaging division.
• Will maintain active status with the ARDMS by fulfilling continuing education requirements.

Required skills/education:

• Current registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Bachelor's degree
• Valid NYS driver's license

What We Offer:

• Generous PTO plan including paid holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Health savings account
• Career advancement opportunities
• And much more!

Location, schedule and pay:

• North Syracuse, NY
• Fayetteville, NY
• Syracuse, NY
• Full-time
• Monday – Friday day shift
• Hourly range $32.00-37.00 per hour DOE

Work environment:

Normal office environment

Physical Demands:

- Lifting Requirements 0-40 pounds

- Frequency of Lifting 0-25% of the time

- Average percent of time during regular shift devoted to: standing walking, bending, reaching and sitting 80%

- Ability to grasp with both hands; pinch with thumb and forefinger; turn with hand/arm and reach above shoulder height

- Ability to speak on the telephone and write simultaneously

- Ability to operate telephone system, simple lab equipment, computer system.

Visual, Hearing, Dexterity and Mental Demands:

- Vision: Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job such as reading medical equipment and computer terminal

- Hearing: Adequate to perform the essential function of the job such as answering the telephone

- Speaking: Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job such as communicating via telephone and in person for the purpose of relaying necessary medical information

- Dexterity: Adequate to perform the essential function of the job as it relates to performing simple medical procedures and testing

- Mental Demands: Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job such as pressure to maintain patient flow, dealing with patients and guests under stress or unhappy.

Equal Opportunity Employment statement:

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Keywords: obgyn, ultrasound, ultrasonographer, sonographer, sono tech

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $37.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

License/Certification:

• Ultrasound Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Syracuse, NY 13203 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Syracuse, NY 13203: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $32 - $37