Ultrasound Technologist (Full-Time) - Maternal Fetal Medicine

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 94,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist specialized in MFM to perform high-frequency sonography and assist in fetal imaging.

You will work within OB/GYN routines, handle portable exams, assist physicians with biopsies and color-flow studies, and maintain equipment. The role includes patient preparation, data recording, student instruction, and weekend rotations within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved ultrasound school.
• 2 years training in allied health/college.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in OB/GYN ultrasound.
• Knowledge of ultrasound equipment and operation.
• Familiar with ASOBGYN reporting system.
• Ability to work weekends on a rotation.

Responsibilities

• Performs procedures according to departmental format, completing exam in allotted time.
• Uses ASOBGYN, Epic scheduling, and other computer systems as added by Medical Center.
• Performs portable ultrasound exams when necessary.
• Assists with complex fetal procedures and color-flow ultrasound as required.
• Prepares patients and sets up equipment; explains procedures.
• Maintains records and image data; archives/der archives data as required.
• Calibrates, cleans and maintains equipment; stocks supplies.
• Provides instruction to students, new employees, residents and medical students.

Skills

Weekend availability

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication with patients

Education

Graduate of ultrasound school

2 years allied health training

1 year OB/GYN ultrasound experience

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certification

Tools

ASOBGYN reporting system

Epic scheduling system

Ultrasound equipment operation

Job description

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Ultrasound Tech, MFM is responsible for performing a variety of specialized technical tasks in Diagnostic Ultrasound utilizing high frequency sound waves to assist medical and professional personnel in detecting anatomical abnormalities.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of an Ultrasound Technologist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Performs procedures according to departmental format, completing exam in allotted time.
• Performs required daily clerical duties, which include the use of ASOBGYN reporting system, Epic patient scheduling, and other computer systems as added by Medical Center.
• Performs portable ultrasound exams when necessary.
• Perform a variety of complex technical tasks in Diagnostic Ultrasound utilizing high frequency sound waves to detect anatomical abnormalities including masses, abscesses and stones in accordance with prescribed sonographic procedures; assist physicians with biopsy deep abdominal studies and color-flow ultrasound as required.
• Determines, prepares and set up medical supplies, instruments and equipment.
• Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures and measurements and positioning patients for each anatomical view; explain procedures.
• Evaluates technical quality of images obtain representative images of pathogenic conditions; process accordance with standard procedures or techniques.
• Maintains records of ultrasound taken, archiving and de-archiving data as required; calculate, compile and record data from numerical readings on patient's charts and related documents.
• Calibrates, cleans and performs routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning; clean and sterilize instruments, supplies and equipment; stock and replenish supplies as required.
• Provides technical assistance and instruction to students, new employees, medical residents and medical students.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.)
• Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.
• Performs Anatomy and Physiology exams of fetuses of all gestational ages including Level II scans, 3D scans, Detailed Fetal Cardiac Anatomy scans, Transvaginal scans, and Doppler BPP, Growth and Nuchal translucency studies.
• Assists in procedures such as Amniocentensis, Chorioric Villi Sampling, and fetal reductions.
• Performs Gyn U/S exams.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Graduate of approved Ultrasound School.
• 2 years training in Allied Health/College.
• Minimum1 year of clinical experience in OB/GYN ultrasound.
• Knowledge of all ultrasound equipment, their function and operation of each control.
• Understanding of equipment and computer systems as well as the procedures for equipment service.
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of safety, infection, and disaster policy and procedures, including implementation of patient care in cases of an emergency situation.
• Ability to cover weekends on a rotation basis (roughly once every six weeks).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge to aid in invasive fetal procedures with MFM specialist.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• 1 years of clinical experience in MFM ultrasound.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certification.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

• Nuchal Translucency Certification

Contacts:

• Regular contact with Medical Center personnel, patients and visitors.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Starting Minimum Rate

Minimum rate of $46.64 Hourly

Job Posting Disclosure

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.