Cardiovascular Ultrasound Tech II - IP

Atlantic Health System•Morristown, NJ

About The Position

The Cardiovascular Ultrasound Tech II performs comprehensive ultrasound examinations, following established protocols to verify, plan, set up, perform, and report appropriate examinations. The role verifies patient identity, explains procedures, observes patients to support education, cooperation, and safety, and contributes to quality assurance and performance improvement. The position includes Echo Sonographer II skills, including strain and Pedoff, basic 3D, and stress echo. The technologist completes related clerical and testing documentation accurately and promptly, reports critical results according to policy, and protects patient privacy. They communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and colleagues; contribute to teamwork and problem solving; and take accountability for daily responsibilities. The role also involves mentoring and developing others, maintaining a clean and orderly work area, cleaning and maintaining equipment according to hospital infection-control policies, and handling lab opening and closing procedures when appropriate. The position requires ongoing professional development, participation in in-services and meetings, and efforts to improve proficiency and suggest efficient or economical procedures. Role-specific development activities include assisting with IAC/ASE membership, attending Echo Conference, serving as a preceptor, and completing CVT PACT.

Requirements

Registry through CCI or ARDMS.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Basic proficiency with computer systems.
Registered Sonographer.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive ultrasound examinations according to established protocols, including verifying, planning, setting up, performing, and reporting examinations.
Verify patient identity, explain procedures, and observe patients to support education, cooperation, and safety.
Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement.
Complete clerical tasks related to ultrasound tests and record testing information accurately, completely, and promptly.
Report critical results promptly and accurately according to established policy.
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
Communicate with physicians, patients, and other center personnel in a pleasant and informative manner.
Recommend related duties, policies, and procedures to the supervisor.
Promote teamwork, take responsibility for daily duties, engage in problem solving, seek guidance when appropriate, and respond positively to suggestions.
Mentor and develop others.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and lab, clean patient areas after each use, and follow hospital infection-control policies when cleaning and maintaining equipment.
Notify the supervisor of stocking or equipment needs and problems; perform lab opening and closing procedures when appropriate.
Identify learning needs, attend in-services and lab and departmental meetings, and pursue professional growth and increased proficiency.
Suggest new or improved techniques, procedures, and processes, including more efficient or economical approaches.
Assist with IAC/ASE membership, attend Echo Conference, serve as a preceptor, and complete CVT PACT.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for eligible team members working 22.5 hours per week or above.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage, with options to supplement.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
PTO and paid sick leave.
Tuition assistance, advancement support, and academic advising.
Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
Backup and on-site childcare.
Well-being rewards.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
Flexible spending and commuter accounts.
Pet, home, auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.