Ultrasound Tech-Breast Sonographer (Part Time) Jefferson Health Torresdale

Job Details

Part Time 20 hours per week - 3 days: 1st week 2 days the 2nd week.

Job Summary

Under the direction of a radiologist or physician, the Ultrasound Technologist utilizes diagnostic ultrasound equipment to perform general examinations in order to produce ultrasound images of the body for diagnostic purposes and interventional procedures. Exercises good judgment in ascertaining necessary measurements for the area being examined, performs all computer processing for all ultrasound examinations, and delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures. May act as a mentor for less senior ultrasound technologists.

Essential Functions

• Interacts with co‑workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Performs sonographic examinations on patients using ultrasound equipment for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes; appropriately positions patients, locates and scans areas for interpretation by the physician or radiologist.
• Instructs patients regarding procedures to ensure cooperation and optimal exam results.
• Assembles all pertinent patient information and images, delivers to radiologist/physician for interpretation/review following established procedures.
• Provides staff and patient protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards when operating equipment.
• Utilizes and optimizes use of all software applications including PACS system, and maintains and updates patient records and information to ensure billing and RIS/PACS accuracy.
• Maintains ultrasound and lab equipment and examination room in appropriate operating condition.
• Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance/control.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Knowledge of RIS systems.
• Knowledge of PACS systems.

Education

• Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.

Experience

6 months to 1 year of experience preferred.

Minimum Certifications, Registration or License Requirements

• Certification by either RDMS, RVT or ARRT(S).
• Active BLS Certification.

Additional Information

May require travel between Jefferson sites.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America).

Worker Sub Type

Regular.

Employee Entity

Jefferson Health Northeast.

Primary Location Address

Red Lion and Knights Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

• Medical (including prescription)
• Supplemental insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short and long‑term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance
• Voluntary benefits, including group rates on insurance and discounts
• Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full‑time service or two years of part‑time service
• Access to medical (including prescription) insurance for all colleagues, including those who work less than part‑time (per diem, adjunct faculty, Jeff Temps)

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