Ultrasound Technologist - Mt. Laurel - Full time

South Jersey Radiology Associates; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South Jersey Radiology Associates is seeking a full-time Ultrasound Technologist to perform high-quality ultrasound examinations as ordered by physicians in a Mt. Laurel, NJ setting.

The role involves standing and positioning patients, reviewing patient information, and communicating results to radiologists. The candidate should have RDMS certification (abdomen/OB-GYN) with RVT preferred, and typically 2 years of ultrasound experience.

Qualifications

• RDMS certification in Abdomen and/or OB-GYN.
• RVT certification preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2 years experience as ultrasound technologist preferred.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound examinations as ordered by referring physicians.
• Explain procedure to patients and answer questions regarding exam.
• Review images with radiologists when necessary and provide written interpretations.
• Maintain exam rooms and QC checklists.
• Travel to SJRA offices as needed.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Image interpretation

Infection control

Computer skills

Disinfectant procedures

Education

RDMS (Abdomen/OB-GYN)

RVT preferred

Job description

SUMMARY –Perform ultrasound examinations as ordered by referring physicians and report the preliminary findings to the Radiologists.

• Position Type: Full Time. 40 hours.
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-4:30p
• Location: Mt. Laurel

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review personal information for accuracy , patient information ,referring physician, referral/script prior to performing the examination
• Explain procedure to patient and answer any questionsregarding the exam procedure
• Perform a high quality ultrasound studies as ordered by the referring physicians’ orders
• Review images with radiologists when necessary
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA and Corporate Compliance regulations
• Provide accurate written technical interpretation to Radiologist
• Maintain exam rooms, which may include stocking with supplies
• Maintainwork area and equipment QC checklist
• Travel to SJRA offices as necessary
• Punctuality and regular attendance
• All other duties as assigned
• 80-85% of shiftstanding scanning patients
• Repetitive motion using transducers
• Position requires lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping and twisting, assisting patients on and off examination table
• Patient contact
• Assist patients on and off exam tables as indicated
• Potential exposure for any communicable disease
• Potential exposure to blood and body fluids
• Contact with coworkers, patients and their family members, physicians, referring physicians and their office staff

QUALIFICATIONS:

• RDMS (Abdomen and/or OB/GYN)
• RVT preferred
• Two years experience as ultrasound technologist preferred
• Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology
• Proficient computer skills
• Infection control practices
• Knowledge of pathology
• Knowledge of image interpretation
• High level disinfectant procedures

Physical Demands of the Position – Position requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling and reaching during scheduled shift. Assist patients on and off exam tables.

Working Conditions – Indoor office setting with daily patient contact. There is the potential of exposure to blood and other body fluids.

Disclaimer – The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.