Ultrasound Technologist - Per Diem

University Radiology•Elizabeth, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

University Radiology is seeking a per diem Ultrasound Technologist for its Elizabeth, New Jersey imaging office and other Northern and Central locations. The role requires technical skill, sound clinical judgment, and compassionate patient care in a fast-paced outpatient healthcare environment. Shifts vary as needed. The technologist reviews orders and patient histories, verifies patient identity, explains procedures, obtains verbal consent, positions patients, and performs diagnostic sonographic examinations within their credentials and department scope. Exams may include abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, vascular, thyroid, musculoskeletal, breast, and cardiac studies. The technologist operates ultrasound equipment, captures and annotates images, recognizes normal anatomy and abnormal findings, prepares preliminary technical summaries, and promptly alerts the interpreting radiologist to urgent or critical findings. The position also includes routine equipment checks, cleaning and disinfecting equipment, following acoustic-output safety principles and facility protocols, and maintaining an organized exam room. Technologists participate in quality assurance and accreditation activities and maintain their knowledge through continuing education. Certification requirements apply to the relevant ultrasound area. The company reimburses educational materials and exams for additional certifications and provides a bonus once those certifications are obtained.

Requirements

ARDMS registration in Abdomen, Breast, and OB/GYN.
At least 2 years of work experience.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ultrasound Vascular Technologists must be certified in RVT and at least one of the listed areas to qualify.

Responsibilities

Review physician orders and patient history to determine the appropriate examination protocol.
Verify patient identity, explain procedures, and obtain verbal consent.
Position patients correctly and maintain their comfort and dignity throughout the examination.
Perform diagnostic sonographic examinations within credentials and department scope, including applicable abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, vascular, thyroid, musculoskeletal, breast, and cardiac studies.
Operate ultrasound equipment, select appropriate transducers, and adjust settings to optimize image quality.
Capture, measure, and annotate images and clips according to department protocols.
Recognize normal anatomy, pathology, and abnormal findings.
Prepare preliminary technical summaries for the interpreting radiologist or physician.
Immediately alert the radiologist to urgent or critical findings.
Perform routine equipment checks and report malfunctions.
Clean and disinfect transducers and equipment according to infection-control standards.
Follow the ALARA principle for acoustic output.
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked examination room.
Participate in quality assurance and accreditation activities, such as ACR and IAC activities.
Stay current with advances in sonography through continuing education.
Adhere to department and facility safety protocols when working in or near areas containing specialized imaging equipment.