PD Ultrasound Tech

RWJBarnabas Health; Eatontown (NJ); On-site; USD 66,463 - 94,660; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Ultrasound Tech to provide diagnostic ultrasound services, enter demographics, and report safety issues. The role requires an approved ultrasound program graduate, 1-2 years experience, and RDMS certification. Proficiency with PACS is required.

The position includes day shift and per diem scheduling with responsibilities spanning image acquisition, reporting, and patient care in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Ultrasound.
• 1-2 years of ultrasound experience.
• RDMS certification.
• Proficient in using PACS.

Responsibilities

• Mathematical calculations and instrument controls.
• Assist in minor surgical procedures.
• Enter measurements in the ultrasound reporting system and report identified safety issues.
• Maintain adequate stock levels.
• Knowledge of anatomy and related physiology.
• Operate equipment competently and document accurately.
• Provide basic patient care and comfort.
• Daily calibration and preventive maintenance on required equipment.
• Under physician supervision, enter measurements, print reports, and file as required.

Education

RDMS certification

Graduate of an approved school of Ultrasound

1-2 years ultrasound experience

Tools

PACS

Job description

PD Ultrasound Tech

Pay Range: $58.48 per hour

Job Overview

The Ultrasound Tech provides patient services using diagnostic equipment, produces and analyzes ultrasound images used by physicians for patient diagnosis and treatment. They are responsible for entering patient demographics in the ultrasound reporting system and reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments and medical errors.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Ultrasound
• 1-2 years of ultrasound experience
• RDMS certification
• Proficient in using PACS

Scheduling Requirements

• Day Shift
• Per Diem Schedule

Essential Functions

• Ability to do mathematical calculations and use instrument controls.
• Assists in minor surgical procedures.
• Interacts between ultrasound and tissue and the probability of biological effects in clinical examination to provide accurate information to patients, physicians and other health care providers.
• Maintains adequate stock levels.
• Must have knowledge of gross and sectional anatomy including physiology, pathology and pathphysiology.
• Operates all equipment in practice with competence.
• Provides attention to detail, safe work practices and thorough accurate documentation.
• Provides basic patient care and comfort.
• Provides ongoing daily calibration and preventive maintenance on required equipment.
• Under the supervision of physician is responsible for entering measurements in the reporting system, print reports, and file and fax as required to referring physicians.
• Understands and institutes clinical policies and procedures.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer