Ultrasound Technologist (Full-Time) - Abington

Ultrasound Technologist

FT 32 hours weekly. Breast Ultrasound experience required. Join the mission of Improving Lives as a Ultrasound Technologist at Jefferson Health. With more than 42,000 employees, we are the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the Philadelphia region. And our work to improve lives is never done.

Job Description

Under the direction of a radiologist or physician, the Ultrasound Technologist utilizes diagnostic ultrasound equipment to perform general examinations in order to produce ultrasound images of the body for diagnostic purposes and interventional procedures. Exercises good judgment in ascertaining necessary measurements for the area being examined and performs all computer processing for all ultrasound examinations; and delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures. May act as a mentor for less senior ultrasound technologists. Ultrasound Technicians are responsible for the following: Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Performs sonographic examinations on patients using ultrasound equipment for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes; properly positions patients, locates and scans areas for interpretation by the physician or radiologist. Instructs patients regarding procedures to ensure cooperation and optimum tests results. Assembles all pertinent patient information and images; delivers to radiologist/physician for interpretation/review following established procedures. Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards when operating equipment. Utilizes and optimizes use of all software applications including PACS system, as well as maintains and updates patient records and information to ensure billing and RIS/PACS accuracy. Maintains ultrasound and lab equipment and examination room in appropriate operating condition. Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance/control. Other duties as assigned.

Benefits include, but are not limited to: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Plans Retirement Plans Tuition Reimbursement Health Coaching, Commuter Discounts, Day Care Services, etc.

Qualifications for this position include: Graduate of an approved course in medical sonography 6 months to 1 year experience preferred Certification by either RDMS, RVT or ARRT (S) Active BLS Certification.

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type: Regular

Employee Entity: Abington Memorial Hospital

Primary Location Address: 1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.