Lead Ultrasound Technologist, ACS - OB/GYN

University Hospital, Newark NJ; Newark (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking a Lead Ultrasound Technologist to oversee daily operations in the ultrasound section of the OB/GYN department. This role involves performing diagnostic procedures while ensuring service quality and compliance with hospital standards. Ideal candidates will possess relevant certifications and extensive experience in maternal fetal medicine, contributing to a vital healthcare team.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Qualifications

• ARDMS certification in OB/GYN required.
• Three years of maternal fetal medicine experience required.
• Valid certification by the American Heart Association in BLS/CPR.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures per specified protocols.
• Maintain high standards of service quality and compliance.
• Cooperate with hospital staff to ensure effective teamwork.

Skills

Diagnostic Ultrasound Procedures

Quality Assurance

Teamwork

Infection Control Policies

Education

Graduation from an approved Ultrasound Program

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

About the Role

The primary purpose of the Lead Ultrasound Technologist position is to oversee the daily operation of the ultrasound section at University Hospital Department of OB/GYN by carrying out procedures, assessing and improving service quality, and monitoring technical staff activities to ensure accurate and thorough completion of assignments.The Lead Ultrasound Technologist for OB/GYN performs ultrasound procedures for the interpretation of a licensed practitioner.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures according to AIUM, ACOG and maternal fetal medicine protocols.
• Contributes to the achievement of excellence in the department through the adherence to productivity, quality assurance, customer service, and code of conduct standards established by the department or organization
• Follows hospital infection control policies and procedures.
• Teamwork ‐ Cooperates and works well with department staff members and all hospital personnel.
• Understands and adheres to University Hospital’s compliance standards as they appear in University Hospital's Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and University Hospital regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be a graduate of an approved Ultrasound Program.
• ARDMS certification in OB/GYN required and current active registration required.
• Three (3) years of maternal fetal medicine experience required.
• Annual fit testing required
• Must maintain valid certification by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR

Preferred:

• Additional certification in Nuchal Translucency preferred.

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is TT/4100 - Probationary Rate $44.82 - Job Rate $45.33 - Two (2) Year Rate $46.69 in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

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