Sonography Technologist

Atlantic Health System; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking an ultrasound technologist to operate imaging equipment and ultrasound systems to form diagnostic sonographic images. The role focuses on image acquisition, analysis, and collaboration with physicians to diagnose and treat conditions.

The position requires skill in positioning, image quality, and safety standards, with attention to regulatory compliance and accurate documentation in PACS. Join a team dedicated to high-quality imaging services.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust imaging equipment; manually maneuver transducers to perform exams.
• Follow safety standards; perform quality control procedures.
• Perform routine and complex ultrasound studies and assist in various imaging procedures.
• Recognize significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
• Ensure equipment is functioning; report potential problems to appropriate personnel; lock/tag out when needed.
• Submit high-quality images and patient data to PACS with proper markers and history.
• Maintain a clean and orderly department, including rooms, storage areas and prep areas.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job description

Responsible for using imaging equipment and ultrasound to form images of many parts of the body. They are trained to acquire and analyze these sonographic images. These images are used to help doctors diagnose and treat many medical conditions.

Principal Accountabilities

1. Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams.
2. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures.
3. Performs routine and complex studies and assists in a variety of imaging procedures.
4. Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
5. Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
6. Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
7. Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
8. Maintains compliance with regulatory agencies.
9. Performs other related duties as assigned.