Ultrasonographer Perinatal - PT - Day - Maternal Fetal Medicine NJ

Capital Health Screening Centre; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Prescription drug coverage & In-House

Vision Plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Healthcare FSA

Dependent Care FSA

Retirement Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Capital Health seeks an experienced Ultrasound Technologist to perform perinatal ultrasound exams, including first/second/third trimester studies and fetal echocardiography, across the department. You will document findings and provide patient education in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role requires ARDMS OB/GYN, knowledge of AIUM OB standards, and BLS for Healthcare Providers. Flexible scheduling and hospital-based imaging support are available.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of ultrasonography including general and perinatal procedures.
• ARDMS OB/GYN certification required.
• Familiarity with AIUM OB exams and ultrasound equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound procedures according to department protocols and document images.
• Provide patient education and supportive care during exams.
• Handle on-call rotating weekends and after-hours duties.
• Assist Perinatologist with invasive outpatient procedures when needed.
• Record patient data and ensure proper charting and image management.

Skills

Perinatal ultrasound

OB/GYN ultrasound

Patient care

Interpreting images

Education

ARDMS OB/GYN

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range:
$43.50 - $56.84

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
20

Position Overview

20 HOURS/WEEK

• Performs all ultrasound procedures according to department procedures and established protocols. Performs fetal exams including but not limited to: 1st trimester ultrasound exam, nuchal translucency measurement, 2nd trimester detailed anatomic survey, 3rd trimester ultrasound exam, full and limited fetal echocardiography, maternal and fetal Doppler (MCA, umbilical artery, ductus venous, and uterine artery), and biophysical profile.


• Performs and accurately documents the appropriate images for the study indicated in order to provide the physician with comprehensive views to give an accurate interpretive report


• Educates, assists, and communicates effectively with patients and their families in difficult and anxious settings and provides appropriate and supportive patient care


• Assumes responsibility for rotating on-call for weekends and holidays plus on call for week days after regular working hours.


• Demonstrates proficiency in Radiology and hospital systems and computer applications to include but not limited to: ordering tests, cancelling tests, retrieval of patient information, change orders, tracking patients and images, and charging exams


• Provides portable ultrasounds at bedside as requested by attending physicians.


• Assists and educates students, new perinatal ultrasonographers and other staff members that need assistance.


• Assists Perinatologist with various invasive outpatient procedures (ie: Amniocentesis/CVS).


• Independently assists physicians with operating room guidance of surgical procedure


• Review patient chart, physicians' order/diagnosis, and the results of previous diagnostic studies as appropriate and records patient's personal and medical information on history sheets.


• Troubleshoots equipment effectively and reports equipment failures to the biomedical department.


• Record images using proper identification information and sends results of sonography to physician for interpretation. May discuss test results with physician or request physician to personally view screen image.


• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.


• Prepare and stock work area as required to perform procedures as assigned/requested. Assure a safe and clean environment for patients at all times. Secure and return supplies. Maintain room stock.


• Maintains Trophon room according to policy and procedure.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from an accredited school of ultrasonography to include education for general and perinatal procedures. ARDMS OB/GYN required.


• Demonstrates familiarity with AIUM standard OB exam and ultrasound equipment.


• AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent physical demands include: Bending , Reaching forward , Wrist position deviation , Keyboard use/repetitive motion


• Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Pinching/fine motor activities , Taste or Smell


• Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear


• Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.


• Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing


• Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Dust/Particulate Matter

IND123.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Plan


• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy



• Vision Plan


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• Healthcare FSA


• Dependent Care FSA


• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan


• Basic Group Term Life and Accid