Ultrasound Technologist Per Diem / Womens Center - Voorhees

New to Virtua hires are eligible for sign on bonus of $500

* One-year commitment *

Summary:
Performs high quality Ultrasound examinations in accordance with approved techniques and protocols.
Supports Virtua Health Mission & Vision Statements and adheres to Virtua Health's Policies and Procedures.

Position Responsibilities:
• Consistently performs high quality Ultrasound studies for our various patient populations according to protocols established by Radiologists/designated specialist; this includes perinatal sonography to high-risk maternity patients. Demonstrate ability to recognize and accurately document pathology identified in scans. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of Ultrasound equipment. Performs a preliminary evaluation for each patient. Obtains pertinent medical history prior to exam; obtains previous examinations and reports. Reviews and verifies physician's orders.

• Responds to changes in the work schedule. Covers all shifts on a rotational basis and responds immediately on call when contacted by Communications and arrives within the appropriate time established by Virtua Health policy.

• Demonstrates appropriate and effective use of RIS and hospital based computer programs and adheres to all policies and practices regarding confidentiality of all electronic communications.

• Prepares room as needed for biopsy exams; familiar with all equipment utilized for biopsy exam Assists and scans, as needed, during biopsy procedure. Assists in inter-operative biopsy procedures; responds to OR in timely manner.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:
Experience preferred in abdominal, obstetrical, small parts, and vascular imaging.

Required Education:
Formal education in Diagnostic Ultrasound Program (RDMS program graduate for MFM area).

Training/Certifications/Licensure:
Must be registered in one of the following: American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). New Graduates may be hired following ACR guidelines with the expectation of passing their boards within 12 months.

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