Ultrasound Technologist (Per Diem) Einstein Jefferson Health Center One/Elkins Park

Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia is seeking a per diem Ultrasound Technologist to perform general ultrasound examinations, prepare patients, and ensure quality images for radiologist interpretation.

You will operate ultrasound equipment, position patients, review safety and documentation, and maintain equipment and records across the Center One in Northeast Philadelphia and Elkins Park Campus.

Qualifications

• Registry/certification eligible or current registration required.
• 6 months to 1 year of ultrasound experience preferred.
• Certification RDMS, RVT or ARRT(S) active.
• Active BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs sonographic examinations on patients using ultrasound equipment and properly positions patients.
• Instructs patients regarding procedures to ensure cooperation and optimal test results.
• Assembles pertinent patient information and images for radiologist interpretation.
• Maintains safety standards and updates patient records in RIS/PACS systems.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and examination rooms in proper working condition.

Tools

RIS systems

PACS systems

Job description

Job Details

Per Diem position. Coverage at both Center One in Northeast Phila and Elkins Park Campuses- The hours of operation at both sites are Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.

Job Summary

Under the direction of a radiologist or physician, the Ultrasound Technologist utilizes diagnostic ultrasound equipment to perform general examinations in order to produce ultrasound images of the body for diagnostic purposes and interventional procedures. Exercises good judgment in ascertaining necessary measurements for the area being examined and performs all computer processing for all ultrasound examinations; and delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures. May act as a mentor for less senior ultrasound technologists.

Essential Functions

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Performs sonographic examinations on patients using ultrasound equipment for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes; properly positions patients, locates and scans areas for interpretation by the physician or radiologist.
• Instructs patients regarding procedures to ensure cooperation and optimum tests results.
• Assembles all pertinent patient information and images; delivers to radiologist/physician for interpretation/review following established procedures.
• Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards when operating equipment.
• Utilizes and optimizes use of all software applications including PACS system, as well as maintains and updates patient records and information to ensure billing and RIS/PACS accuracy.
• Maintains ultrasound and lab equipment and examination room in appropriate operating condition.
• Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance/control.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required)

• Knowledge of RIS systems
• Knowledge of PAC's systems

Education

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry /certification or currently holds required registry or certification

Experience

6 months to 1 year of experience preferred.

Minimum Certifications, Registration Or License Requirements

• Certification by either RDMS, RVT or ARRT (S)
• Active BLS Certification.

Additional Information

May require travel between Jefferson sites

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Albert Einstein Medical Center

Primary Location Address

60 Township Line Road, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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