Ultrasound Tech

Job Title: Ultrasound Tech

Locations: Hackensack - NJ

Duration: 3 - 6 months+

Shift: Hours per week-40

Days per Week- 05

Hours per day- 08

Day shift

Duties:

Performs procedures according to departmental format, completing exam in allotted time.

Performs required daily clerical duties, which include the use EPIC, Teletracking System, computer system, patient scheduling, and other computer systems as added by Medical Center.

Performs portable ultrasound exams.

Performs a variety of complex technical tasks in Diagnostic Ultrasound utilizing high frequency sound waves to detect anatomical abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones in accordance with prescribed sonographic procedures.

Assist physician with biopsy deep abdominal studies and color-flow ultrasound as required.

Determines, prepares, and set up medical supplies, instruments, and equipment.

Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures, explain procedures, measures and position patients for each anatomical view.

Evaluates technical quality of images.

Obtains and process images of pathogenic conditions in accordance with standard procedures or techniques.

Maintains records of ultrasound taken, archiving and de-archiving data as required. Calculates, compiles, and records data from numerical readings on patients charts and related documents.

Calibrates, cleans, and performs routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning. Cleans and sterilize instruments, supplies, and equipment. Stocks and replenish supplies as required.

Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.

Education & certifications:

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

BLS required