Ultrasound Tech - Per Diem

Summit Health • Florham Park, NJ

75d • $42 - $52

About The Position

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians. When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience required; outpatient and/or hospital setting preferred.
• ARDMS certification in OB/GYN or AB is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Graduated from an accredited Sonography program.
• The ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, is required.
• Advanced computer skills including email, Microsoft applications and ability to comprehend and utilize Electronic Medical Record System, RIS and PACS Systems.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive care to patients requiring ultrasound services in an organized and systematic manner according to departmental policy and standards.
• Follows appropriate protocol for ultrasound studies unless specified differently by the Radiologist.
• Follows ultrasound protocols for biopsies and other Interventional procedures if required.
• Assumes accountability for managing delivery of care and patient safety.
• Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation.
• Obtains and documents patient history and pertinent information.
• Communicates with attending Radiologist and verifies providers orders.
• Ensures exam room cleanliness after each procedure.
• Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
• Prioritizes and organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities based on changing situations.
• Prepares patient for procedures providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
• Ability to operate / modify equipment and technical factors as needed.
• Ensures equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting routine quality control checks.
• Follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems.
• Demonstrates knowledge and compliance of safety, OSHA, and HIPPA regulations.
• Attends departmental meetings.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Life
• Disability
• Vision
• FSA coverages
• 401k savings plan

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees