Sonographer/Ultrasound Technologist

About the Role

Loyal Source Government Services is seeking one (1) full-time Sonographer/Ultrasound Technologist to provide ultrasound imaging services at the VA New Jersey Health Care System (VANJHCS) in Toms River, New Jersey. The Sonographer/Ultrasound Technologist shall perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures, providing high-quality imaging services while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the patient for radiographic or sonographic procedures by assessing patient's needs and providing pretest patient education, explaining procedures and answering questions; provide reassurance and support to patient throughout procedure; assure understanding of discharge instructions before patient leaves care area.
• Perform diagnostic imaging examinations according to the service's procedures.
• Locate and record internal elements of the body, including blood vessels and organs.
• Perform quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images; adjust equipment and position patient to eliminate test artifacts, protect patient from unnecessary radiation exposure by positioning lead shields or limiting the size of x ray beams.
• Monitor the patient for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes during the examination; recognize abnormal changes and immediately notify the physician.
• Prepare contrast agents and record pharmaceutical doses accurately (Technologists). Technologists follow all national and local guidelines including those of the Veterans Administration National Health Physics Program.
• Evaluate test results for clarity and accuracy; take corrective action where appropriate.
• Log data into patient information systems, and update file systems for tests performed.
• Clean and disinfect equipment and workspace per standard operating procedure.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and readjust equipment or refer for repair.
• Prepare digital images for interpretation by the radiologist. Electronic images and reports are transmitted digitally via Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS); this eliminates the need to manually file, retrieve, or transport films.
• Practice safety measures in radiography, radiation safety, infection control and environment of care.
• Demonstrate a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with patients, families and co-workers, using tact, sensitivity, sound judgment and professional attitudes.
• Communicate with customers (e.g., veterans, family members, and the public), co-workers and supervisors in a courteous, tactful, friendly and cooperative manner.
• Adhere to all facility and service-level policies and procedures. Technologists follow all medical center policies including infection control policies.

Qualifications

• Shall be licensed to practice Radiologic Technology in a state, territory, or commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia. All licenses held by the personnel working on this contract shall be full and unrestricted licenses.
• Required to provide current reference from the last place of employment including the name and telephone number of the last employer and supervisor.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Sonography/Ultrasound Technologist.
• A Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) Certificate in abdomen, OB/GYN, and/or breast (depending on the services provided).
• Experience performing ultrasound studies which include, but not limited to: Abdomen and retroperitoneum, small parts, gynecology, male pelvis, obstetrics, vascular imaging, miscellaneous: breast sonography, breast biopsies.

Pay

$59.78 hourly

Schedule

8:00 am to 4:30 pm for 8 hours. Will have a ½ hour unpaid break each shift. May be scheduled to work on Federal Holidays.