Ultrasound Technologist

Summit Health; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

Summit Health is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join the Imaging department on a per diem basis. Day shifts with weekend availability are required to support patient care across facilities in New Jersey.

Responsibilities include producing quality diagnostic images, obtaining patient history, coordinating with Radiologists, and adhering to infection control and safety standards while traveling to satellite locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of ultrasound experience; outpatient or hospital setting preferred.
• ARDMS certification in OB/GYN or AB is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Record systems, RIS and PACS.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive ultrasound care following departmental policy.
• Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation.
• Obtains patient history and documents pertinent information.
• Communicates with Radiologist and verifies orders; maintains room cleanliness.
• Adheres to infection control standards and safety regulations.

Skills

General ultrasound experience

Breast ultrasound experience

Education

ARDMS OB/GYN or AB

Graduated from accredited Sonography program

BLS certification

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients’ homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all.We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

Job Title: Ultrasound Technologist

Department: Imaging

Schedule: Per Diem - Weekday availability needed for day shifts and weekends.

General and Breast experience Required

Essential Job functions:

• Provides comprehensive care to patients requiring ultrasound services in an organized and systematic manner according to departmental policy and standards.
• Follows appropriate protocol for ultrasound studies unless specified differently by the Radiologist.
• Follows ultrasound protocols for biopsies and other Interventional procedures if required.
• Assumes accountability for managing delivery of care and patient safety.
• Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation.
• Obtains and documents, patient history and pertinent information.
• Communicates with attending Radiologist and verifies providers orders.
• Ensures exam room cleanliness after each procedure. Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
• Prioritizes and organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities based on changing situations.
• Prepares patient for procedures providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
• Ability to operate / modify equipment and technical factors as needed.
• Ensures equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting routine quality control checks.
• Follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems.

General Job functions:

• Demonstrates knowledge and compliance of safety, OSHA, and HIPPA regulations.
• Other job duties as required.
• Attends departmental meetings.

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience required; outpatient and/or hospital setting preferred.
• ARDMS certification in OB/GYN or AB is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Graduated from an accredited Sonography program.
• The ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, is required.
• Advanced computer skills including email, Microsoft applications and ability to comprehend and utilize Electronic Medical Record System, RIS and PACS Systems.

Travel:

• Ability to travel to satellite locations as needed

Per Diem Requirements:

• The following outlines the requirements for per diem technologists:
• Per diem Technologists will typically be needed for 4 shifts within a 6-week scheduling grid.
• 2 or more of those shifts will occur during the weekend.
• Must work at least one Holiday per year.
• Locations are subject to change.
• Location preference will be taken into consideration; however, technologists will be scheduled according to staffing needs.
• Once shifts are accepted and assigned, it becomes the responsibility of technologist to get coverage, if adequate notice is not given.
• All shift trades or drop requests are subject to manager approval.

Pay Range: $42.12 - $52.69 Hourly

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

About Our Commitment

Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Companyprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.