Breast Ultrasound Technologist (Full-Time)

Hackensack Meridian Health•Paramus, NJ

8d•$47•Onsite

About The Position

The Breast Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for performing a variety of specialized technical tasks in Breast Care utilizing high frequency sound waves to assist medical and professional personnel in detecting anatomical abnormalities of the breast. Eligible for up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for full-time Ultrasound Technologist positions on the Day or Evening shift who accept a job offer on or before October 22, 2026.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Ultrasound School.
A.R.D.M.S registered.
A minimum of 2 years training in Allied Health/College.
Certified in Breast within 6 months of hire.
Must be able to do CPR.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in ultrasound.

Responsibilities

Performs procedures according to departmental format, completing exam in allotted time.
Performs required daily clerical duties, which include the use of Epic, computer system, patient scheduling and other computer systems added by the Medical Center.
Performs a variety of complex technical tasks in utilizing high frequency sound waves to detect anatomical abnormalities including masses and abscesses in accordance with prescribed sonographic procedures.
Identifies patient's images with the correct name, MRN and that images are correctly marked to the breast side and that all images have Technologist's initials
Assist Radiologist with biopsy studies and color-flow ultrasound as required.
Determines, prepares and sets up medical supplies, instruments and equipment.
Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures, explains procedures, measures and positions patients for each anatomical view.
Performs portable breast imaging on ER and inpatients as needed.
Responsible for interviewing and discharging patients after their procedure.
Ensures proper labeling of specimen bags
Evaluates technical quality of images.
Obtains and processes images of pathogenic conditions in accordance with standard procedures or techniques.
Maintains records of ultrasound taken, archiving and de-archiving data as required.
Calibrates, cleans and performs routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
Cleans and sterilizes instruments, supplies and equipment. Stocks and replenish supplies as required.
Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 8 hours a day.
Greets in/out patients when they arrive for their exam utilizing A.I.D.E.T. standards.
Responsible for scheduled shifts including holidays and weekends.
Overtime as needed to provide continual quality patient care.
Identifies the needs of the patient population served, modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture,language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc. ) This process includes communicating with the patient, parent and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.)
Adheres to the policies of Employee ID, Standards of behavior, Attendance, Punctuality and Organizational Competencies.
Performs other duties as directed by supervisory personnel.