New to Virtua hires are eligible for sign on bonus of $2,
One-year commitment
Work Schedule :
Mon, Wed, Fri from 7 : 30am to 4 : 00pm.
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 :
ARDMS certification or registry eligible, must be licensed within two years of employment.