Quest Diagnostics

Ultrasound Tech

Quest Diagnostics • $87K — $109K *
Rye, NY 10580In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.
  • Active ARDMS/CCI certifications in specialties (e.g., Abdomen, OBGYN, Fetal Echo).
  • Current compliance with continuing medical education requirements.
  • Excellent patient and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong knowledge of human anatomy and imaging protocols.
  • Experience with a variety of routine procedures and applications.
  • Ability to maintain relevant state licenses and continuing education credits.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and assist patients for ultrasound procedures as per physician orders.
  • Verify and document patient information and imaging results for PACS.
  • Assist with patient mobility and care during ultrasound exams.
  • Operate ultrasound equipment to capture diagnostic images.
  • Monitor patient responses and report changes to medical staff.
  • Educate patients about upcoming procedures, including biopsies.
  • Perform quality control checks on ultrasound equipment and maintain a clean work area.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage.
  • Life and Disability insurance options.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans.
  • 401k savings plan for retirement.
  • Commitment to professional development and continuing education.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:

  • Ultrasound technologists must follow physicians' orders precisely and conform to regulations. Prepare and assist patients for ultrasound procedures as requested by a physician.
  • Obtains essential information from patients, medical records, and previous scans for clinical correlation. Verify proper patient identification on the study and route it to PACS.
  • Helps patient transfer to the sono exam table and ensures adequate immobilization to perform the scan. Performs patient care tasks eg. removing excess gel from patient.
  • Operate the equipment to acquire a variety of imaging results.
  • Obtain diagnostic sonographic images by scanning the appropriate body part of the patient. Maintains a daily log of patients seen
  • Monitor patient reaction to treatment and changes in physical or mental status, reporting change to the appropriate person.
  • Provide patient care with dignity and respect for the individual. Educate patients about the procedures to be performed including Biopsy procedures.
  • Practice sterile technique and prevent cross contamination.
  • Obtain optimum quality images through employment of proper anatomical positioning, probe and frequency selection as designed by the radiologists.
  • Observe and follow safety procedures including universal precautions.
  • Carry out quality control checks on equipment, reporting deficiencies to proper personnel for action. Keep familiar with changes regarding technology and safety for self, patients, and visitors.
  • Place the demographic information in the reading room for interpretation.
  • Process studies onto CD or Film format for patient study requests while maintaining proper HIPPA compliance. Maintain Cleanliness of equipment and working area.
  • Maintain familiarity of the emergency drugs and equipment's location.
  • Maintain familiarity with the departments booking, scheduling, duplication, and PACS systems. Maintain professional and technical knowledge through training and fulfillment of continuing education requirements. Ability to maintain a great knowledge in cross section anatomy, proper positioning skills, and appropriate utilization of scanning techniques.
  • High knowledge with variety of routine procedures and applications.
  • Ability to maintain continuing education credits and professional licenses required by the New York State.
  • Department of Health and ARDMS.
  • Promote and follow WMG policies, rules, and regulations.
  • Execution of related duties as necessary or as assigned.
  • Must be able to work independently and demonstrate flexibility in work assignments.
  • Demonstrate commitment of total quality management and the tenets of service excellence by acting in accordance with the organizational mission at all times.


Required Qualifications:
  • Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.
  • ONE Active certifications by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or (CCI) in the specialties as follows: Abdomen, OBGYN, Breast, MSK, Fetal Echo, Adult Echo, Vascular, Pediatric. This will include RDMS, RDCS, RVT and RMSKS.
  • Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty(ies) as appropriate.
  • Maintaining superior diagnostic imaging in accordance with standardized procedures.
  • Excellent patient and people skills.
  • Ability to maintain a great knowledge in human cross section anatomy, proper positioning skills, and appropriate utilization of protocols and scanning techniques.
  • High knowledge with variety of routine procedures and applications.
  • Ability to maintain continuing education credits and professional licenses required by the New York State Department of Health, Bureau of Environmental Protection and The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.


Pay Range: $42.12 - $52.69 Hourly
The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

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About Quest Diagnostics

Celera is a healthcare business that uses knowledge of human variability to provide new tests and services to personalize disease management. Their Products business develops and manufactures molecular diagnostic products that are used by hospitals and other clinical laboratories to detect, characterize, monitor and select treatment for disease. They have a distribution agreement with Abbott, through which they develop and commercialize a wide range of molecular diagnostic products, with Abbott serving as the distribution partner.

Quest Diagnostics Careers

Joining Quest Diagnostics means becoming part of a team committed to everyday excellence and innovation in health. As a leading provider of diagnostic insights, Quest Diagnostics offers unparalleled job opportunities in the medical and scientific sectors, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking growth and development in their careers.

Work You’ll Do

At Quest Diagnostics, you will contribute to a culture that values integrity and accountability, where your work significantly impacts patient health and community well-being. Our diverse team of professionals leverages cutting-edge technology and data to lead advancements in diagnostics and healthcare solutions.

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Whether you're looking for a position in the lab, a leadership role, or a support function, Quest Diagnostics provides a breadth of opportunities. Our commitment to professional growth includes robust training programs and opportunities for advancement, ensuring that every employee can thrive professionally.

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Join a team where innovation is at the heart of what we do. At Quest Diagnostics, your skills in science, technology, and beyond can help drive transformation in healthcare services. Our collaborative environment encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to improve patient outcomes and streamline processes.

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Start your career path with Quest Diagnostics through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We are committed to hiring talented individuals who are passionate about building a rewarding career in healthcare. Our internships provide a solid foundation in industry-specific skills and networking opportunities, setting the stage for a successful career.

Benefits and Culture

Quest Diagnostics is dedicated to fostering a workplace where diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. From competitive benefits and wellness programs to diversity training and flexible work arrangements, we ensure our employees have what they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

Leadership and Development

We believe in nurturing leadership skills at every level of the organization. Quest Diagnostics offers various leadership programs designed to help you grow as an influential professional. With continuous learning and development, you can expand your expertise and take on new challenges.

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Learn more about Quest Diagnostics
Size
40,000 employees
Market Cap
$17.8 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
1959
5 Year Trend
+7.5%
Revenue
$9.4 billion
NASDAQ
DGX
* Ladders Estimates

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