Ultrasound Technologist

Job Title: Ultrasound Technologist
Location: North Bergen, NJ 07047
Duration: 3 Months+ (Possible Extension)
 
Shift: Day (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week, no weekends, no holidays, no on-call, no float
Work Setting: Breast Center – Diagnostic Ultrasound

Weekly Gross pay: $2674

Earn $500 for every successful referral in any specialty!
Note: Stipend IS PROVIDED TO TRAVEL CANDIDATES.
 
Required Skills & Experience:

• Must be able to perform CPR
• Knowledge of all ultrasound equipment, their function, and operation of each control
• Understanding of equipment and computer systems as well as the procedures for equipment service
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology
• Knowledge of safety, infection, and disaster policy and procedures, including implementation of patient care in cases of an emergency situation
• Maintains CEU Credits
• Breast Center – Ultrasound Technologist with Breast Experience REQUIRED

 
Breast Technical Competencies:

• Proficient in Breast Ultrasound Techniques: routine and complex breast ultrasound examinations, various transducer types and frequencies, scanning protocols for dense breasts, implants, masses
• Skilled in Doppler techniques to assess vascularity
• Image Acquisition and Optimization: adjust Product, depth, focus, TGC to optimize clarity and detail; understand artifacts and minimize them
• Knowledge of Breast Anatomy and Pathology to identify suspicious findings
• Equipment Operation and Maintenance including troubleshooting minor technical issues
• PACS image archiving and retrieval
• Assist physicians with ultrasound-guided breast biopsies, aspirations and other interventional procedures using sterile technique
• Participate in quality control and assurance programs to maintain image quality and equipment performance

 
Preferred Skills & Experience:

• 1 year of clinical experience in ultrasound

 
Required Education:

• Graduate of an approved Ultrasound School
• 2 years training in Allied Health/College

 
Required Certifications & Licensure:

• R.D.M.S. registered
• Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

 
Job Summary:
The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for performing a variety of specialized technical tasks in Diagnostic Ultrasound utilizing high frequency sound waves to assist medical and professional personnel in detecting anatomical abnormalities.
 
Essential Job Functions:

• Performs procedures according to departmental format, completing exam in allotted time
• Performs required daily clerical duties including EPIC, Teletracking System, scheduling and other systems
• Performs portable ultrasound exams
• Performs complex diagnostic ultrasound procedures including detection of masses, abscesses, and stones
• Assists physician with biopsy deep abdominal studies and color-flow ultrasound
• Prepares and sets up medical supplies, instruments and equipment
• Prepares and positions patients; explains procedures
• Evaluates image quality and processes images
• Maintains records, archives and retrieves data
• Calibrates, cleans and maintains equipment
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments and replenishes supplies
• Provides technical assistance to students, employees and residents
• Lifts 25 lbs, pushes/pulls 50 lbs, stands minimum 6 hours/day
• Greets patients using AIDET standards
• Responsible for scheduled shifts including overtime as needed
• Adheres to ID, attendance and punctuality policies
• Provides age/culture appropriate patient care and communication
• Adheres to Medical Center organizational competencies