Breast Sonographer (Full Time) Jefferson Health Honickman Building Center City
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry /certification or currently holds required registry or certification
- Certification by either RDMS, RVT or ARRT (S)
- Active BLS Certification.
Nice To Haves
- 6 months to 1 year of experience preferred.
- Knowledge of RIS systems
- Knowledge of PAC’s systems
Responsibilities
- 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.
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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
