Ultrasound Technologist RE (PT-Day), Somerville NJ

RWJBarnabas Health; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a part-time Ultrasound Technologist to join their Breast Center team. In this role, you will assist with breast biopsy procedures, demonstrate imaging competency, and provide compassionate care to patients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ultrasound technology and patient interaction, ensuring high-quality imaging and a supportive environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to community health while working with a dedicated team in a premier health care setting. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• ARRT or ARDMS Certification required.
• BLS certified from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiologist with breast biopsy procedures.
• Maintain clean examination rooms and work environment.
• Utilize proper positioning for diagnostic quality images.

Skills

Patient Interaction

Professional Judgment

Technical Imaging Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

High School Graduate

Graduate of an Accredited Ultrasound School

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is looking to add a qualified part-time Ultrasound Technologist within the Breast Center in Somerville, NJ.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an Accredited Ultrasound School.
• Great working professionally and cooperatively with patients, physicians, and other hospital staff members.
• Possess a pleasant bedside manner.

Preferred:

• Minimum three years’ experience in a hospital setting performing breast ultrasound.

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• ARRT or ARDMS Certification required.
• Must be BLS certified from American Heart Association.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift, 24 hours/week.
• Part-time Schedule.

Essential Functions:

• Assist radiologist with breast biopsy procedures.
• Demonstrate competency with the use of RIS and PACS.
• Employ professional judgment and discretion while performing all imaging.
• 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 to 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.
• Utilize proper positioning and technical factors to assure diagnostic quality images for interpretation.
• Utilize all components of the RIS Mammography Module for entering new and follow-up patient information.
• Provide a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service.
• Provide for the confidential treatment of all communications and records.
• Demonstrate professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co-workers, and supervisors.
• Support teamwork by cooperative problem solving through participation in meetings and projects.
• Utilize principles of continuous quality improvement in all work situations to assess, measure, and improve organizational and department functions.
• Organize work, set priorities with a minimum of supervision, and seek guidance as appropriate.
• Make decisions that are timely and consistent with department objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Demonstrate sound judgment; accept and benefit from constructive criticism.
• Participate in ongoing education as required.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer