Ultrasound Technologist-Part Time- Jefferson Health Center City

Jefferson Health Plans•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a radiologist or physician, the Ultrasound Technologist uses diagnostic ultrasound equipment to perform general examinations and produce images for diagnostic purposes and interventional procedures. The role requires exercising judgment to obtain necessary measurements, processing ultrasound examinations, and providing patient care and education before, during, and after imaging procedures. The technologist may mentor less senior ultrasound technologists.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED, completion of a program meeting eligibility requirements for registry/certification, or currently hold the required registry or certification.
Knowledge of RIS systems.
Knowledge of PACS systems.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) credential from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Ability to lift and carry 40–50 pounds and meet the described physical demands.

Responsibilities

Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with Jefferson's values.
Perform sonographic examinations using ultrasound equipment for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes; position patients and locate and scan areas for physician or radiologist interpretation.
Instruct patients about procedures to encourage cooperation and achieve optimum test results.
Assemble relevant patient information and images and deliver them to the radiologist or physician for interpretation or review according to established procedures.
Protect staff and patients in accordance with prescribed safety standards when operating equipment.
Use and optimize software applications, including the PACS system, and maintain and update patient records and information to ensure billing and RIS/PACS accuracy.
Maintain ultrasound and laboratory equipment and the examination room in appropriate operating condition.
Perform other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor, or manager, including quality assurance and control duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including prescription coverage.
Supplemental insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending accounts.
Retirement plans.
Tuition assistance.
Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts.
Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service.
Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those who work less than part-time.