Ultrasound Technologist - Hamilton, NJ

Job Title: Ultrasound Technologist

Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital

Department Name: Ultrasound

Req #: 0000243619

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $58.48 - $58.48 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

per diem general ultrasound, nights and weekends

Job Overview:

Ultrasound Technologist provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures. The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. The Ultrasound Technologist is also responsible for daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment. The Ultrasound Technologist always maintains a high standard of medical ethics and is self-motivated to increase the level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease and new procedures as they evolve.

Qualifications:

Required :

• High School Graduate
• Completion of an approved Ultrasound program that meets the requirements set by the RDMS
• 0-1 years of experience as a staff technologist

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Must be certified by the RDMS or eligible to become certified within six months of employment

Scheduling Requirements:

• Night shift
• Per Diem

Essential Functions:

• Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation
• Assists with the daily operations of the sonographic laboratory
• Maintains a daily log of patients seen/completes exam billing forms
• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations
• Performs all requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician
• Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all interrelating hospitals, referral or commercial agencies
• Coordinates work schedule with the Departmental Director and/or scheduling desk to assure workload coverage
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in sonographers care
• Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings
• Analyzes sonograms, synthesize sonographic information, medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician
• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Other Things to Know:
This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role, but it’s not meant to cover every task you may take on. As with any dynamic organization, duties may shift over time based on team needs and priorities—and we’re looking for someone who’s flexible and ready to grow with us.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer