Diagnostic Imaging Specialist

At Northwell Health, we are committed to providing high-quality patient care and exceptional services. We are seeking a skilled Diagnostic Imaging Specialist to join our team.

**Job Summary:**

We are looking for an experienced Diagnostic Imaging Specialist to perform ultrasound exams for interpretation to aid in patient diagnosis. As a key member of our diagnostic imaging team, you will utilize your technical expertise and independent judgment to apply non-ionizing, high-frequency ultrasonic waves for diagnosis of disease. You will work collaboratively with clinicians to ensure the appropriateness of studies and perform related administrative tasks.

**Key Responsibilities:**

• Prepare patients for ultrasound exams, positioning them on examination tables according to departmental standard operating procedures.
• Explain procedures in layman's terms to relieve patient anxiety.
• Obtain pertinent imaging and diagnostic reports required for correlation with ultrasound exams.
• Consult with referring physicians regarding patient history and determine appropriate ultrasound exams.
• Set up equipment to administer particular exams in a timely fashion, using technical judgment.
• Perform ultrasound procedures, recognizing the significance of structures visualized and differentiating artifacts from normal or pathologic processes.
• Determine the need for more extensive evaluations beyond preliminary instructions.
• Document image details and labels studies, maintaining records and logs of exams performed.
• Frequently calibrate checks/adjustments on ultrasound equipment and troubleshoot mechanical problems, as necessary.

**Requirements:**

• Vocational or Technical school Diploma required.
• One (1) of the following credentials: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS).
• 1-3 years of technical experience, required.

**Compensation:** The salary range for this position is $64.18/hour.

Northwell Health is an equal employment opportunity employer and treats all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.