Ultrasound Technologist - ACS - OBGYN

Ultrasound Technologist

The primary purpose of the Ultrasound Technologist is to provide health care services for patients of the University Hospital/ACC through the applications of non-ionizing radiation (in the form of ultrasound). The technologist performs ultrasound procedures for the interpretation of a licensed practitioner. The patient population ranges from newborn to maturity. Exercises professional judgment throughout the performance of his/her duties and maintains a demeanor that supports the values and mission of the department, ensuring that all interaction with patients, physicians, nurses, administrators, and other members of the hospital staff are professional and in accordance with the established guidelines of the institution.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Positions patient in accordance with established protocols or approved physician instructions, employing immobilization devices, as reviewed in random critiques of images by radiologist or QC Technologist.
• Determines proper and satisfactory ultrasound technique appropriate probes 98% of the time, as reviewed in random critiques of images by radiologist or QC Technologist.
• Verified informed consent where required 100% of the time, as indicated by retrospective reviews of consent form presence in the chart for specific special procedures biopsy exams.
• Contributes to the achievement of excellence in the department through the adherence to productivity, quality assurance, customer service, and code of conduct standards established by the department or organization.
• The technologist will ensure 100% of the time that all procedures performed by him/her are "completed" in the RIS system and "verified" in PACS after the study is complete and finalized. No more than 3 un "completed" studies will be allowed in any 12-month period, as verified by review of RIS management reports.
• With conditions permitting as defined by the lead tech, each technologist is expected to perform and complete and average of 10 routine exams over the course of an eight-hour shift 100% of the time, as verified by RIS management reports.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

Required:

• Must be a graduate of an approved Ultrasound Program.
• ARDMS certification required, and current active registration required.
• Annual fit testing required.
• Must maintain valid certification by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR

What We Offer

• Vacation Time
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is TT/4100: $49.76 - $50.26 - $51.77 per hour. University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs. The expected salary range for this position is in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

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