Ultrasound Specialist, Per Diem

Job Title:

PD Ultrasound Specialist Location:

Jersey City Medical Center Department Name:

Nursing Antenatal Testing Req #: 0000245121

Status:

Hourly Shift:

Day Pay Range:

$59.65 - $59.65 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.

Job Overview:

Sonographers provide patient services using Diagnostic Ultrasound equipment. The sonographer is competent in the productions and analysis of ultrasound images used by Physicians for patient diagnosis and treatment. In addition, the individual must be prepared to render quality patient care by exercising discretion and judgment in the performance of sonographic services.

Qualifications:

Required:

Graduate of accredited School of Sonography Successful completion of department specific orientation

Certifications and Licenses Required:

Certified by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Maintains required BLS Heart Saver/ Health Care Provider through

American Heart Association Essential Functions:

Access and evaluate patient history and physical findings. Accurately image the4 anatomical structures requested. Enter patient information, select appropriate transducer, set initial power input and instrumentation gain for patient size and age, and select menu items as required for type of equipment and provide consistent and optimal image quality. Interact with Physicians regarding sonographic data. Know acoustical physics doppler ultrasound principles and ultrasound instrumentation. Knowledge of Physiology Disease, pathology and patho-physiology. Knowledge of gross and sectional anatomy. Modify standard imaging protocol as required by patient history or initial sonographic findings. Obtains proper medical history and insures accurate patient demographic and medical information. Recognize examination findings that may require immediate clinical response and notify Radiologist. Recognize sonographic representation of normal and abnormal structures, organs, system relationships and relational anatomy. Understand published statements regarding interaction between ultrasound and tissue and probability of biological effects in clinical examinations to provide accurate information to patients. Physicians and other health care providers.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Flex Schedule • Weekday availability preferred; Weekend required Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.