Ultrasound Technologist RE (PT-Day), Somerville NJ

RWJBarnabas Health; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a part-time Ultrasound Technologist for the Breast Center in Somerville, NJ. This role requires a high school diploma, completion of an accredited ultrasound program, and certification, with responsibilities including assisting in breast biopsies and ensuring quality imaging. The position offers flexible day shift scheduling.

Qualifications

• ARRT or ARDMS Certification required.
• Must be BLS certified from American Heart Association.
• Minimum three years’ experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiologist with breast biopsy procedures.
• Demonstrate competency with the use of RIS and PACS.
• Interact with physicians regarding data.

Skills

Cooperative problem solving

Great bedside manner

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an Accredited Ultrasound School

Job description

Ultrasound Technologist RE (PT-Day), Somerville NJ

The above reflects the anticipated hourly range for this position if hired to work.

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.

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 the following preferred: Breast

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 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 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 Knowledge of physiology, disease, pathology and pathophysiology
• Maintain clean examination rooms and work environment in all
• Maintain clean examination rooms and work environment in all areas
• Maintain stock levels in all procedure and 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
• Utilizes all components of the RIS Mammography Module for entering new and follow-up patient information
• Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service
• Provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records
• Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, co-workers and supervisors
• Teamwork Supports teamwork by cooperative problem solving through participation in meetings, projects
• Utilizes principles of continuous quality improvement in all work situations to assess, measure and improve organizational and department functions
• Organizes work sets priorities with a minimum of supervision and seeks guidance as appropriate
• Makes decisions that are timely and consistent with department, objectives, policies and procedures
• Ownership Demonstrates sound judgment; accepts and benefits from constructive criticism Professional
• Participates in ongoing education as required

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.

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

About the company

RWJBarnabas Health is a network of independent healthcare providers in New Jersey, based out of West Orange. Members include academic centers, acute care facilities, and research hospitals. The goals of the network include collaboration on educational and research programs.

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