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NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. For more information, go to med.nyu.edu, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.Position Summary:We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Research Data Associate - ECHO. The Research Data Associate - ECHO will support the Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) study, a NIH-funded initiative investigating how early-life environmental exposures affect children's health outcomes, such as obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. This role will be responsible for performing all methods of pediatric abdominal, renal, neurovascular and cardiovascular ultrasound testing. Additionally, the associate will coordinate participant communication, collect biospecimens and clinical data, and ensure data accuracy through meticulous management and analysis. We expect our staff to travel between our Manhattan and Brooklyn depending on the visit schedule via the NYU Langone Health ferry (there is no additional cost to the employee for taking the ferry). Our study requires a participant-centered approach. While the majority of our participants schedule visits with our team Monday - Friday, some may prefer Saturdays. We ask our staff to remain flexible and accommodate their availability. Job Responsibilities:Technician Duties: Ultrasound Imaging ProceduresAdminister diagnostic ultrasound procedures for study participants, including pediatric abdominal, renal, neurovascular, and cardiovascular imaging, while ensuring patient comfort, safety, and adherence to research protocols.Responsibilities: Prepare and arrange ultrasound equipment and supplies according to established departmental procedures. Verify patient identity using ID bracelet or verbal confirmation and introduce self prior to procedures. Explain imaging procedures, equipment, and study requirements clearly to patients and/or guardians. Obtain informed consent from prospective study participants in accordance with research protocols. Ensure patient comfort and maintain privacy at all times during procedures. Operate computerized ultrasound equipment and recording devices to perform diagnostic imaging studies. Utilize patient charts to obtain relevant medical history and context for imaging procedures. Demonstrate knowledge of normal anatomy and major disease processes related to examined organ systems. Diagnostic Assessment and Reporting Perform, evaluate, and interpret ultrasound and Doppler studies to ensure complete and accurate diagnostic imaging in alignment with study requirements. Responsibilities: Perform and assess Doppler studies, determining necessary imaging based on initial requests and preliminary findings. Identify abnormalities and promptly notify the principal investigator and appropriate medical staff when immediate attention is required. Compare current imaging results with prior studies to monitor changes in patient condition. Complete imaging assignments within appropriate and realistic timeframes.Documentation and Data ManagementMaintain accurate and comprehensive records of all ultrasound procedures and findings within research and clinical systems.Responsibilities: Document all imaging exams in accordance wit