Ultrasound Technologist RE (Per Diem Evening), Lakewood, NJ

Ultrasound Technologist RE (Per Diem Evening), Lakewood, NJReq #:0000168428Category:Radiology and ImagingStatus:Per DiemShift:EveningFacility:Monmouth Medical Center - Southern CampusDepartment:UltrasoundLocation:MMC Southern Campus, 600 River Road, Lakewood, NJ 08701Job Overview:The sonographer provides patient services using diagnostic ultrasound equipment. The sonographer is competent in the production 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 a CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health) accredited school

ARDMS registation

Scheduling Requirements:

Per Diem (schedule will vary based on the needs of the department)

Evening shift

Essential Functions:

Ability to perform mathematical calculations and utilize instrument controls

Assess and evaluate patient history and physical findings

Cooperation with all personnel to ensure smooth patient throughput

Enter patient information, select appropriate transducer, set initial power input and instrument gain for patient size and age, and select menu items as required for type of equipment and provide consistent and optimal image quality

Knowledge of acoustal physics, Doppler ultrasound principles, and ultrasound instrumentation

Knowledge of gross and sectional anatomy; physiology, disease, pathology and pathophysiology

Maintains adequate stock levels and assists in minor surgical procedures

Modify standard imaging protocol as required by patient history or initial sonographic findings

Ongoing daily calibration and preventive maintenance as assigned by the Lead

Recognizes examination findings that may require immediate clinical response and notify Radiologist

Recognizes sonographic representation of normal and abnormal structures, organ, systems relationships and relational anatomy

Performs all other duties as assigned

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