Cardiovascular Ultrasound Tech IV - OP

Atlantic Health; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health in Morristown, New Jersey is seeking an experienced Echo Sonographer IV to perform comprehensive ultrasound exams and support high-quality patient care within a collaborative team.

The role requires certification through CCI or ARDMS, BLS from the American Heart Association, and a proven track record in adult echocardiography. You will mentor staff, ensure patient safety, and uphold hospital standards while embracing continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Registry through CCI or ARDMS.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Echo Sonographer IV level expertise and credentials.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive ultrasound exams following established protocols.
• Completes clerical tasks and ensures timely reporting of results.
• Communicates with physicians, patients, and center staff in a professional manner.
• Promotes teamwork, mentoring, and continuous learning within the department.
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment and adheres to infection control policies.
• Identifies learning needs and participates in meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer proficiency

Education

ARDMS/CCI Registry

Echo Sonographer IV

BLS Certification

Bachelor's/Master's degree

Job description

Echo Sonographer IV

Includes skills of Sono 1 - 3 & Adult Congenital +/- HCM & complex pathology. Solution‑oriented driver of initiatives to promote excellence; leads by example to prioritize patient and team member safety and satisfaction; contributes to a positive work environment by supporting peers, remaining flexible, adapting to needs of the unit, modeling behavior consistent with HRO culture. Actively seeks out opportunities to teach, support and/or mentor new hires. Leads by example; flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the department via on‑call coverage, work schedule, being available to team members.

Job Description

• Performs comprehensive ultrasound exams. Follows established protocols to verify, plan, set up, perform, and report appropriate examinations. Verifies identity and informs and observes patients during procedure to ensure education, cooperation, and safety. Assists in continuing quality assurance and performance improvement.
• Completes clerical tasks associated with ultrasound tests. Records all testing information accurately, completely, and timely. Ensures critical results are reported promptly and accurately following policy. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Communicates with physicians, patients, and other center personnel. Maintains a pleasant and informative manner. Makes recommendations to supervisor on related duties, policies, and procedures.
• Enhances the environment of teamwork. Shows motivation, enthusiasm, acceptance of responsibility and personal accountability. Engages in problem solving in difficult situations. Seeks assistance or guidance when appropriate and accepts suggestions positively. Demonstrates understanding of impact of individual performance on team. Seeks to mentor and develop others.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly manner. Cleans patient areas after each use and assists in maintaining a clean environment. Notifies supervisor of stocking or equipment needs or problems. Takes responsibility for lab opening and closing procedures when appropriate. Cleans and maintains all equipment per Hospital Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Identifies own learning needs and responds to department needs. Records meeting outcomes to upgrade personal/professional growth. Attends in‑services, lab and departmental meetings. Strives to increase proficiency in testing and other lab procedures. Suggests new, changing, more efficient or economical techniques, procedures, and processes.

Qualifications

• Registry through CCI or ARDMS.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Echo Sonographer IV.
• Registered Sonographer +1 (2nd registry or Bachelor's/Master’s, multiple credentials, and/or ACS credential, and/or FASE).
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Effective verbal and written skills.
• Basic proficiency with computer system.

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.