Sonography Technologist, Full Time Evenings, Newton, NJ

Atlantic Health System•Newton, NJ

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sonography Technologist performs general, small parts, vascular, and OB/GYN ultrasound examinations in accordance with hospital and department protocols. The technologist works with radiologists and nurses during ultrasound-guided procedures, including biopsies, paracentesis, thoracentesis, and drainages, and promptly communicates pathology or positive findings to the reading radiologists. The role includes maintaining equipment functionality, using radiology information systems, following department downtime procedures, and ensuring examinations are of optimal quality, cover the appropriate area, and are completed within appropriate timeframes. The technologist maintains continuing medical education to keep licenses and certifications current, responds to on-call duties according to Atlantic Health policy, monitors departmental QA/PI indicators and email, and follows hospital policies, PRIDE values, HIPAA regulations, and infection-prevention standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Associate degree and successful completion of an approved CAAHEP-accredited sonography program.
0–1 years of experience.
RDMS or CCI certification.
BLS certification.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a high-volume team environment.
Ability to learn new tasks quickly and apply problem-solving skills while meeting daily productivity targets.
Detail-oriented and well organized.

Nice To Haves

RVT certification.
Proficiency in Epic and Sectra PACS; these skills may be acquired through training or an introductory period.

Responsibilities

Perform general, small parts, vascular, and OB/GYN ultrasound examinations according to hospital and department protocols.
Work with radiologists and nurses on ultrasound-guided procedures, including biopsies, paracentesis, thoracentesis, and drainages.
Communicate pathology and positive findings to reading radiologists in a timely manner.
Inform the Lead Sonographer of equipment malfunctions and, when the Lead Sonographer is absent, contact the appropriate department for equipment servicing.
Use radiology IT systems, including RIS/PACS and EPIC Radiant, and follow department downtime processes and procedures.
Maintain continuing medical education to keep licenses and/or certifications current.
Ensure procedures are of optimal quality and that the appropriate area is scanned.
Complete examinations within an appropriate timeframe.
Respond to scheduled on-call duties within Atlantic Health policy guidelines.
Understand departmental QA/PI indicators, check email regularly, and respond accordingly.
Adhere to hospital policies, PRIDE values, HIPAA regulations, and infection-prevention standards.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for team members working 22.5 hours per week or more.
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 opportunities, 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 and auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.