Ultrasound Tech - Perinatal PD

Ultrasound Technologist

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.

Required Experience

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 / Certification / 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)ARDMS certification or registry eligible, must be licensed within two years of employment

Hourly Rate : $39.44 - $61.14 The actual salary / rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to : medical / prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.