Cardiovascular Ultrasound Tech I Per Diem

Performs comprehensive echocardiographic examinations following established protocols to verify, plan, set up, perform, and report appropriate studies.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient identity and educate patients to ensure cooperation and safety during procedures.
• Perform comprehensive echo studies based on IAC (Intersocietal Accreditation Commission) Standard Protocol, including utilization of saline and contrast agents.
• Assist in continuing quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Complete clerical tasks associated with ultrasound tests, ensuring all testing information is recorded accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
• Report critical results promptly and accurately, following established policy.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and other center personnel in a pleasant and informative manner.
• Make recommendations to supervisors on related duties, policies, and procedures.
• Foster a teamwork environment, demonstrating motivation, enthusiasm, and accountability in daily duties.
• Engage in problem-solving during difficult situations, seeking assistance or guidance when appropriate.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, including patient areas after each use.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly environment in the lab, notifying supervisors of stocking or equipment needs.
• Take responsibility for lab opening and closing procedures when appropriate.
• Clean and maintain all equipment according to Hospital Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate understanding of individual performance impact on the team and seek to mentor and develop others.

Requirements

• Registry through CCI or ARDMS as a Registered Sonographer.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with computer systems.

About Us

Atlantic Health System is a leading non-profit healthcare network in New Jersey, committed to delivering high-quality care at the right time, place, and cost. Our facilities include:

• Morristown Medical Center (Morristown, NJ)
• Overlook Medical Center (Summit, NJ)
• Newton Medical Center (Newton, NJ)
• Chilton Medical Center (Pompton Plains, NJ)
• Hackettstown Medical Center (Hackettstown, NJ)
• Goryeb Children’s Hospital (Morristown, NJ)
• CentraState Healthcare System (Freehold, NJ)
• Atlantic Medical Group, Atlantic Visiting Nurse, Atlantic Mobile Health, and Atlantic Rehabilitation

With over 900 community-based healthcare providers and more than 22,000 team members, Atlantic Health System has received numerous accolades, including:

• Named one of Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” for 17 consecutive years.
• Morristown Medical Center and Overlook Medical Center ranked among Newsweek’s “World’s Best Hospitals” (2026).
• Top three hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings.
• Four “A” grades by The Leapfrog Group in Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Grades.
• Morristown and Overlook Medical Centers named among America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades (2026).
• Recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the “165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare – 2026.”
• Forbes Top Hospitals for 2026 (Morristown, Overlook, Chilton, and Newton Medical Centers).
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion & Diversity by Newsweek (2025).
• Rated LEVEL 9 – 2025 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired.

Atlantic Health System Heart Care, anchored by the Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center, is the largest cardiac surgery program in New Jersey and ranked among the top 50 hospitals nationally for cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News & World Report. Pediatric cardiology services are available at Goryeb Children’s Hospital.

Benefits

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage (for team members working 22.5+ hours per week).
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability (with supplemental options).
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid sick leave.
• Tuition assistance, advancement opportunities, and academic advising.
• Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
• Backup and on-site childcare.
• Well-being rewards and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and commuter accounts.
• Pet, home, auto, identity theft, and legal insurance options.