Ultrasound Technologist - ACS - OBGYN

Provide healthcare services for patients through the application of non-ionizing radiation (ultrasound). Perform ultrasound procedures for interpretation by a licensed practitioner, serving a patient population ranging from newborn to maturity. Exercise professional judgment and maintain a demeanor that aligns with the department’s values and mission, ensuring professional interactions with patients, physicians, nurses, administrators, and other hospital staff.

Responsibilities

• Position patients according to established protocols or physician instructions, using immobilization devices as needed.
• Determine proper and satisfactory ultrasound technique, using appropriate probes 98% of the time, as reviewed by a radiologist or QC Technologist.
• Verify informed consent 100% of the time for specific special procedures, such as biopsy exams.
• Adhere to productivity, quality assurance, customer service, and code of conduct standards to achieve departmental excellence.
• Ensure all procedures are “completed” in the RIS system and “verified” in PACS after finalization; maintain no more than 3 uncompleted studies in any 12-month period.
• Perform and complete an average of 10 routine exams during an eight-hour shift, as verified by RIS management reports.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Ultrasound Program.
• ARDMS certification and current active registration required.
• Annual fit testing required.
• Valid certification by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR.

Benefits

• 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

Pay

The salary range for this position is $49.76 - $51.77 per hour, with final compensation based on experience and qualifications.

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