Breast Ultrasound Technologist - Full-Time

• Performs procedures according to departmental format, completing exam in allotted time.
• Performs required daily clerical duties, which include the use of Epic, computer system, patient scheduling and other computer systems added by the Medical Center.
• Performs a variety of complex technical tasks in utilizing high frequency sound waves to detect anatomical abnormalities including masses and abscesses in accordance with prescribed sonographic procedures.
• Identifies patient's images with the correct name, MRN and that images are correctly marked to the breast side and that all images have Technologist's initials
• Assist Radiologist with biopsy studies and color-flow ultrasound as required.
• Determines, prepares and sets up medical supplies, instruments and equipment.
• Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures, explains procedures, measures and positions patients for each anatomical view.
• Performs portable breast imaging on ER and inpatients as needed.
• Responsible for interviewing and discharging patients after their procedure.
• Ensures proper labeling of specimen bags
• Evaluates technical quality of images.
• Obtains and processes images of pathogenic conditions in accordance with standard procedures or techniques.
• Maintains records of ultrasound taken, archiving and de-archiving data as required.
• Calibrates, cleans and performs routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments, supplies and equipment. Stocks and replenish supplies as required.
• Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 8 hours a day.
• Greets in/out patients when they arrive for their exam utilizing A.I.D.E.T. standards.
• Responsible for scheduled shifts including holidays and weekends.
• Overtime as needed to provide continual quality patient care.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served, modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture,language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc. ) This process includes communicating with the patient, parent and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.)
• Adheres to the policies of Employee ID, Standards of behavior, Attendance, Punctuality and Organizational Competencies.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervisory personnel.

• Graduate of an approved Ultrasound School.
• A.R.D.M.S registered.
• A minimum of 2 years training in Allied Health/College.
• Certified in Breast within 6 months of hire.
• Must be able to do CPR.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

• A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in ultrasound.

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certification or Breast Sonography Certification.
• Maintains 30 CEU Credits within a three year period.

• Regular contact with Medical Center personnel, patients, and visitors.

• Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.

Hackensack Meridian Health