Vascular Ultrasound Tech II- Per Diem, Days, Morristown NJ

Atlantic Health System • Morristown, NJ

90d

About The Position

The Echo Sonographer II position involves performing comprehensive ultrasound exams, following established protocols to verify, plan, set up, perform, and report appropriate examinations. The role requires verifying patient identity, ensuring patient education, cooperation, and safety during procedures, and assisting in quality assurance and performance improvement. The sonographer will also complete clerical tasks associated with ultrasound tests, ensuring all testing information is recorded accurately and promptly while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality. Communication with physicians, patients, and other personnel is essential, as is maintaining a pleasant and informative manner. The position emphasizes teamwork, personal accountability, and problem-solving in difficult situations. The sonographer is responsible for maintaining a clean work area, cleaning patient areas after use, and notifying supervisors of any equipment needs or problems. Continuous professional development is encouraged, with attendance at in-services and departmental meetings to enhance proficiency in testing and lab procedures.

Requirements

• Experience as a Sonographer Level 1+ with skills in Strain & Pedoff, Basic 3D, and Stress Echo.
• Ability to take initiative and demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Engagement in teamwork and problem-solving.
• Knowledge of hospital infection control policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in SVU and IAC.
• Experience as a preceptor.
• Completion of CVT PACT.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive ultrasound exams following established protocols.
• Verify patient identity and ensure patient education, cooperation, and safety during procedures.
• Assist in quality assurance and performance improvement.
• Complete clerical tasks associated with ultrasound tests accurately and timely.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and other center personnel.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and equipment.
• Identify personal learning needs and respond to department needs.
• Engage in professional development and suggest improvements in lab procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage for full-time and part-time team members.
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match.
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave.
• Tuition Assistance and Academic Advising.
• Parental, Adoption, and Surrogacy Leave.
• Backup and On-Site Childcare.
• Well-Being Rewards.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fertility Benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts.
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees