Sonography Technologist-Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center-Per Diem

Atlantic Health System•Morristown, NJ

About The Position

The Sonography Technologist provides patient care in a multi-modality setting by operating ultrasound equipment and capturing appropriate diagnostic images. The technologist prepares patients for examinations, explains procedures, and correlates clinical history with the examination to be performed. Imaging includes breast, abdomen, OB/GYN, renal, endovaginal, aorta, testicular, thyroid, limited non-vascular, and pediatric studies. The role requires delivering age-appropriate care, troubleshooting equipment, following professional and departmental standards, using universal precautions and aseptic technique, and ensuring accurate patient identification and image marking. The technologist responds to the needs of patients and families and works cooperatively with colleagues, maintaining respectful, open communication with peers and departmental leadership. The position also involves multitasking, prioritizing work, proactively addressing questions and concerns, and performing other duties assigned by site leadership.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
At least 2 years of experience performing ultrasound.
ARMS certification.
Current BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Ultrasound breast experience or training preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for ultrasound examinations and explain the procedure before the exam.
Correlate the patient's clinical history with the ultrasound examination to be performed.
Operate ultrasound equipment and capture appropriate diagnostic images, including breast, abdomen, OB/GYN, renal, endovaginal, aorta, testicular, thyroid, limited non-vascular, and pediatric imaging.
Follow professional and departmental guidelines while performing diagnostic imaging.
Access, interpret, communicate, and deliver age-appropriate care; troubleshoot equipment as needed.
Use universal precautions and aseptic technique to prevent cross-contamination.
Ensure images are properly marked and patient identification is accurate.
Respond to the individual needs of patients and their families.
Adhere to standards of care in the policy and procedure manual.
Treat fellow employees respectfully and professionally, demonstrating PRIDE values.
Maintain open, respectful communication with peers and open communication with the Manager, Assistant Manager, and Business Supervisor; provide feedback and suggestions for improvement.
Contribute to the team and work cooperatively with peers.
Multitask, prioritize, and proactively seek solutions to questions and concerns.
Perform other duties as assigned by site leadership.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for team members working 22.5 hours per week or above.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability, with options to supplement.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
PTO and paid sick leave.
Tuition assistance, advancement, 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.