Ultrasound Tech MFM

Ardent Health Services; Westwood (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood, NJ is seeking a day shift, full-time Maternal Fetal Medicine Ultrasound Technician to perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and support obstetric imaging.

Responsibilities include performing ultrasound exams, transporting patients, preparing paperwork, and managing PACS/HIS data while maintaining a clean work area. ARDMS eligibility and BLS compliance are required or soon-to-be achieved.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technology Program.
• Registered or registry eligible by ARDMS or equivalent; certification within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer prior to direct patient care.
• Preferred: Previous employment as an Ultrasound Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of specialized ultrasound tasks to assist in detecting anatomical abnormalities and support patient care.
• Carry out all Ultrasound examinations and transport patients as needed to Imaging Services.
• Prepare departmental paperwork, answer calls, and schedule patients.
• Enter and retrieve patient information from PACS and HIS systems.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Ultrasound expertise

Education

Accredited Ultrasound Tech Program

Tools

PACS

HIS

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, full-time Maternal Fetal Medicine Ultrasound Technician in Westwood, NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
• Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is a 128-bed, full-service, acute-care community hospital with a new emergency department, a state-of-the-art maternity center, a women's imaging center, and an ICU.

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for performing a variety of specialized technical tasks in Diagnostic Ultrasound utilizing high frequency sounds waves to assist medical and professional personnel in detecting anatomical abnormalities; assisting in the delivery of personalized, professional and quality patient care, internal and external customer service.
• Performance of all Ultrasound examinations, transportation of patients to and from Imaging Services.
• Preparation of all departmental paperwork, answering the department’s telephone, and scheduling patients.
• Entering and retrieving patient information from the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) and Hospital Information System (HIS).
• Maintaining the work area in a clean and organized manner.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technology Program.
• Registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or an equivalent.With successful completion of certification within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Previous employment as an Ultrasound Technologist.

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.