Sonography Technologist - Atlantic Health System
Union, NJ
About the Job
Responsible for effective delivery of care to patient in a multi-modality setting by operating US equipment to capture appropriate images.
- Prepares patients for US exams and explains procedure to patient prior to the exam. Correlates the clinical history with the US exam to be performed.
- Follows Professional, and Departmental guidelines while performing diagnostic and accurate imaging.
- Imaging includes predominately Brest Imaging and Abdomen, OB/GYN, Renal, Endo-vaginal, Aorta, Testicular, Thyroid, non-vascular limited, as needed by department.
- Able to access, interpret, communicate, and deliver age-appropriate care. Ability to troubleshoot equipment.
- Practice universal precautions and aseptic technique to prevent cross contamination.
- Ensure all images are properly marked and patient identification is accurate.
- Respond to individual needs of patients and family.
- Adheres to standards of care per policy and procedure manual.
- Treat fellow employees in a respectful professional manner demonstrating PRIDE values.
- Ensure open, respectful communication between peers. Maintains open communication with Manager, Assistant Manager and Business Supervisor. Provides feedback and suggestions for improvement.
- Contributes to the team and works cooperatively with peers.
- Demonstrates ability to multi-task and prioritize. Seeks pro-active solutions to address questions concerns.
- And other duties as assigned by site leadership.
Minimum Education:
High School diploma or GED required.
Graduate of Accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
Minimum Experience:
2+ experience performing Ultrasound.
License/Certification:
ARMS Certified in Breast and General US.
BLS - current certification.
AHS Investment Corporation (AHSIC) is the wholly owned for-profit subsidiary of Atlantic Health System (AHS).
Our Business Units
- AtHome Medical – a Durable Medical Equipment Company, combining professional services and high-quality medical products.
- Atlantic Private Care Services - a private duty Nursing and Home Health Aide service provider, servicing the NJ counties of Morris, Essex, Union and Sussex.
- Real Estate Division – Commercial Property and Residential Housing ownership and management services for AHSIC and AHS.
- MSO – Management Services to a variety of healthcare enterprises, such as Atlantic Mobile Health/ Atlantic Ambulance, Primary Care Partners, Atlantic Health Partners, AHS ACO LLC, and others.
- Eagle Ambulance – a private ambulance company.
- Joint Ventures – Investment interests with various healthcare organizations.
- AHa! Innovation Center – an incubator designed to promote and commercialize innovation in the health care arena.
EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
Atlantic Health System's radiology departments provide state-of-the-art imaging services that can accommodate a wide range of patient needs with the highest quality and safety. In fact, many of our locations meet image gently® recommendations, meaning we \"child-size\" radiation doses for pediatric patients. Our medical team features board-certified, fellowship-trained radiologists, who specialize in breast imaging, cross-sectional imaging, neuroradiology, nuclear medicine, muscular-skeletal imaging, pediatric imaging, and interventional radiology. Highly skilled technologists and registered radiology nurses provide additional expertise and support. Atlantic Health System has radiology services at Chilton, Hackettstown, Morristown, Newton and Overlook medical centers, along withGoryebChildren's Hospital and a variety of outpatient locations. Services vary by location.
Source : Atlantic Health System