Ultrasound Technologist

RWJBarnabas Health; Lincoln Park (NJ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

FSA/HSA

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations in a fast-paced setting. The role emphasizes patient comfort, accurate imaging, and collaboration with radiology staff at RWJ New Brunswick and Morris Cancer Center.

The ideal candidate will be ARDMS-certified, graduate of an accredited Sonography program, and proficient with RIS/PACS, with a focus on safety and image quality for optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited School of Sonography.
• ARDMS certification must be current and active.
• Maintains required BLS Heart Saver/ Health Care Provider through American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiologist with special examinations.
• Calculate mathematical functions as required.
• Demonstrate competency with RIS and PACS.
• Employ professional judgment and discretion during imaging procedures.
• Enter patient information and adjust equipment settings for optimal image quality.
• Use proper positioning and technical factors to assure diagnostic quality images.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Sonography

ARDMS Certification

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

Ultrasound Technologist

Req #: 0000267056

Category: Radiology / Imaging / Radiation

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJ New Brunswick

Department: Ultrasound

Pay Range: $49.45 - $64.29 per hour

Location: 165 Somerset Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Job Title: Ultrasound Technologist

Location: Morris Cancer Center

Department Name: Ultrasound

Req #: 0000267056

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $49.45 - $64.29 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Ultrasound Technologist RE - RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Ultrasound Technologists become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, innovation, and compassionate care come together to support exceptional patient outcomes. This Ultrasound Technologist role offers opportunities for professional growth, supportive collaboration, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. As an Ultrasound Technologist, you will play a critical role in performing high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations while ensuring patients feel informed, comfortable, and cared for throughout their experience. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Ultrasound Technologist is encouraged to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.

A typical day for an Ultrasound Technologist may include:

• Assist radiologist with special examinations
• Calculate mathematical functions.
• Demonstrate competency with the use of RIS and PACS
• Employ professional judgment and discretion while performing all imaging procedures.
• Enter patient information, select appropriate transducer, set initial power input and instrument gain for patient size and age, and select menu items as required for type of equipment and provide consistent and optimal image quality.
• Interact with physicians regarding data
• Knowledge of physiology, disease, pathology and pathophysiology.
• Maintain clean examination rooms and work environment in all areas.
• Maintain stock levels in all procedure rooms
• Obtain clinical history.
• Recognize ultrasonic representation of normal and abnormal structures, organs, system relationships and relational anatomy.
• Report all equipment problems to the supervisor and enter an LT work order as appropriate
• Use RadCode for interventional billing related to the section (modality) specific procedures.
• Utilize principles of radiation protection for self and patients for every examination
• Utilize proper positioning and technical factors to assure diagnostic quality images for interpretation.
• Utilizes all components of the RIS Mammography Module for entering new and follow-up patient information.

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• Attention to detail and technical precision guide your work every day
• You remain calm and adaptable while managing a fast-paced clinical environment
• Patient safety and delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging are your top priorities
• You enjoy working collaboratively with providers and interdisciplinary care teams
• Continuous learning and professional growth motivate you
• Creating a positive, reassuring patient experience is central to your approach

To be considered for this Ultrasound Technologist opportunity, you must:

• Graduate of accredited School of Sonography
• Successful completion of department specific orientation
• Certified by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
• Maintains required BLS Heart Saver/ Health Care Provider through American Heart Association

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer