Ultrasound Technologist - Per Diem

Summit Health CityMD•Clifton, NJ

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides comprehensive care to patients requiring ultrasound services in an organized and systematic manner according to departmental policy and standards. The Ultrasound Technologist follows appropriate protocol for ultrasound studies unless specified differently by the Radiologist and follows ultrasound protocols for biopsies and other Interventional procedures if required. The technologist assumes accountability for managing delivery of care and patient safety, produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation, and obtains and documents patient history and pertinent information. They communicate with the attending Radiologist and verify provider orders, ensure exam room cleanliness after each procedure, and adhere to infection control standards specific to patient care. This role prioritizes and organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities based on changing situations, prepares patients for procedures providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety, and has the ability to operate/modify equipment and technical factors as needed. The technologist ensures equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting routine quality control checks and follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems. Other job duties as required and attendance at departmental meetings are also part of the role.

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.
Ability to travel to satellite locations as needed.
Per diem Technologists will typically be needed for 4 shifts within a 6-week scheduling grid.
2 or more of those shifts will occur during the weekend.
Must work at least one Holiday per year.
Locations are subject to change.
Once shifts are accepted and assigned, it becomes the responsibility of technologist to get coverage, if adequate notice is not given.
All shift trades or drop requests are subject to manager approval.

Nice To Haves

Location preference will be taken into consideration; however, technologists will be scheduled according to staffing needs.

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.