Ultrasound Technologist, Maternal Fetal Medicine

Hackensack Meridian Health•Neptune City, NJ

7d•$44

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist performs specialized technical tasks in Diagnostic Ultrasound using high-frequency sound waves to assist medical and professional personnel in detecting anatomical abnormalities. Candidates must have experience in perinatal scanning. Nuchal Translucency Certification is preferred, and Fetal Echocardiography Certification is a plus. The role involves carrying out ultrasound procedures, preparing patients and equipment, evaluating image quality, maintaining and documenting imaging records, and providing technical assistance and instruction to students, employees, and medical residents. The technologist adapts care and communication to the needs of the patient population served and follows organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent program.
Graduate of an approved Ultrasound School.
Knowledge of ultrasound equipment, its functions, and operation of its controls.
Understanding of equipment and computer systems and procedures for equipment service.
Knowledge of safety, infection-control, and disaster policies and procedures, including implementing patient care during emergencies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
Experience in perinatal scanning.
ARDMS Certification or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certification.
Nuchal Translucency Certification within 90 days of entering the position.
BLS AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years of clinical experience at a Maternal Fetal Medicine practice.
Nuchal Translucency Certification is preferred.
Fetal Echocardiography Certification.

Responsibilities

Perform procedures according to departmental format and complete exams within the allotted time.
Perform daily clerical duties, including use of EPIC, computer systems, and patient scheduling systems.
Perform portable ultrasound exams.
Perform complex Diagnostic Ultrasound tasks using high-frequency sound waves in accordance with prescribed sonographic procedures.
Determine, prepare, and set up medical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures; explain procedures; and measure and position patients for each anatomical view.
Evaluate the technical quality of images.
Maintain records of ultrasound examinations and archive or de-archive data as required.
Calculate, compile, and record numerical reading data on patient charts and related documents.
Clean and sterilize instruments, supplies, and equipment.
Stock and replenish supplies as required.
Provide technical assistance and instruction to students, employees, and medical residents.
Identify the needs of the patient population and modify and deliver care accordingly, including adapting communication to patients, parents, and caregivers based on developmental, age, educational, literacy, cultural, language, hearing, or visual needs.
Perform other assigned duties and projects.
Adhere to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.