Travel Ultrasound Tech - Breast

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Prime Staffing is seeking a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a travel job in Hackensack, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements\n

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• Specialty: Ultrasound Technologist
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• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
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• Start Date: ASAP
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• Duration: 11 weeks
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• 40 hours per week
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• Shift: 8 hours
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• Employment Type: Travel
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ID: 64206708 Shift: Day Is this a backfill or a new position? If a backfill, which contingent worker is the position rep Description: Job Summary:The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for performing a variety of specialized technical tasks in Diagnostic Ultrasound utilizing high frequency sound waves to assist medical and professional personnel in detecting anatomical abnormalities.Essential Job Functions:-Performs procedures according to departmental format, completing exam in allotted time.-Performs required daily clerical duties, which include the use EPIC, Tele tracking System, computer system, patient scheduling, and other computer systems as added by Medical Center.-Performs portable ultrasound exams.-Performs a variety of complex technical tasks in Diagnostic Ultrasound utilizing high frequency sound waves to detect anatomical abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones in accordance with prescribed sonographic procedures. Assist physician with biopsy deep abdominal studies and color-flow ultrasound as required.-Determines, prepares, and set up medical supplies, instruments, and equipment.-Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures, explain procedures, measures and position patients for each anatomical view.-Evaluates technical quality of images. Obtains and process images of pathogenic conditions in accordance with standard procedures or techniques.-Maintains records of ultrasound taken, archiving and de-archiving data as required. Calculates, compiles, and records data from numerical readings on patient s charts and related documents.-Calibrates, cleans, and performs routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.-Cleans and sterilize instruments, supplies, and equipment. Stocks and replenish supplies as required.-Provides technical assistance and instruction to students, employees, and medical residents.-Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 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 patients care.-On call assignments as needed per Department of Radiology policy.-Adheres to the policies of Employee ID, Standards of Behavior, Attendance, and Punctuality.-Identifies the needs of the patient population served and 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 standards identified in the Medical Center s Organizational Competencies. null Schedule Notes:Is this a backfill or a new position? If a backfill, which contingent worker is the position replacing? BackfillJob Title (including department IE ICU, MS, etc) Breast Ultrasound TechnologistLocation/Facility Name Palisades Medical - 7650 River Road Suite 240 North Bergen NJ 07047Shift DayHours Per Week 40Weekend Requirement YesHoliday Requirement NoOn-Call Requirement NoFloat Requirement NoRequired Years of Experience Min 2 yearsPreferred Years of Experience 2 YearsRequired Hard Skills Breast ultrasound imaging and scanning techniques Breast anatomy and pathology knowledge Identification of benign and malignant breast findings Image optimization and quality assurance Breast lesion measurement and documentation Targeted breast ultrasound examinations Axillary ultrasound evaluation Ultrasound-guided breast biopsy assistance Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) procedure support Cyst aspiration procedure support Knowledge of BI-RADS ultrasound descriptors Doppler ultrasound application Breast implant evaluation Equipment operation, calibration, and troubleshooting Infection prevention and sterile technique Patient positioning and comfort techniques EMR/Epic documentation PACS image management Digital image acquisition and archiving ACR and MQSA compliance (as applicable to breast imaging programs) Quality control and quality assurance documentation Radiation safety awareness (departmental workflow) Specimen handling and labeling (during biopsy procedures) Contrast-enhanced ultrasound knowledge (where applicable) CPR/BLS certification HIPAA compliance Medical terminology Patient assessment and history collectionRequired Soft Skills Compassion and empathy Excellent patient communication Active listening Emotional intelligence Professionalism Attention to detail Critical thinking Clinical judgment Time management Organization Adaptability Problem-solving Teamwork and collaboration Interdisciplinary communication Patient education skills Ability to work under pressure Calm demeanor during procedures Cultural competence and sensitivity Confidentiality and discretion Customer service excellence Conflict resolution Reliability and accountability Initiative Flexibility Continuous learning mindset Stress management Leadership and mentoring (for senior technologists) Positive attitude Ethical decision-making Commitment to patient-centered careRequired Licenses & Certifications ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Breast (BR) specialty or equivalent breast ultrasound credentialScrub Color BlackSkills: Required Skills & Experience:-Must hold a BLS.-Knowledge of all ultrasound equipment, their function, and operation of each control.-Understanding of equipment and computer systems as well as the procedures for equipment service.-Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.-Knowledge of safety, infection, and disaster policy and procedures, including implementation of patient care in cases of an emergency situation.-Maintains CEU Credits. Preferred Skills & Experience:-1 year of clinical experience in ultrasound. Breast ultrasound imaging and scanning techniquesBreast anatomy and pathology knowledgeIdentification of benign and malignant breast findingsImage optimization and quality assuranceBreast lesion measurement and documentationTargeted breast ultrasound examinationsAxillary ultrasound evaluationUltrasound-guided breast biopsy assistanceFine Needle Aspiration (FNA) procedure supportCyst aspiration procedure supportKnowledge of BI-RADS® ultrasound descriptorsDoppler ultrasound applicationBreast implant evaluationEquipment operation, calibration, and troubleshootingInfection prevention and sterile techniquePatient positioning and comfort techniquesEMR/Epic documentationPACS image managementDigital image acquisition and archivingACR and MQSA compliance (as applicable to breast imaging programs)Quality control and quality assurance documentationRadiation safety awareness (departmental workflow)Specimen handling and labeling (during biopsy procedures)Contrast-enhanced ultrasound knowledge (where applicable)CPR/BLS certificationHIPAA complianceMedical terminologyPatient assessment and history collectionRequired Soft skills:Compassion and empathyExcellent patient communicationActive listeningEmotional intelligenceProfessionalismAttention to detailCritical thinkingClinical judgmentTime managementOrganizationAdaptabilityProblem-solvingTeamwork and collaborationInterdisciplinary communicationPatient education skillsAbility to work under pressureCalm demeanor during proceduresCultural competence and sensitivityConfidentiality and discretionCustomer service excellenceConflict resolutionReliability and accountabilityInitiativeFlexibilityContinuous learning mindsetStress managementLeadership and mentoring (for senior technologists)Positive attitudeEthical decision-makingCommitment to patient-centered care Required Skills: [ "Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Breast (BR)", "ARDMS"]Education: Required Education:-Graduate of an approved Ultrasound School.-2 years training in Allied Health/College.Preferred Education:-N/ARequired Certifications & Licensure:-R.D.M.S. registered.-Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).Preferred Certifications & Licensure:-N/A Required Licenses & Certifications : ARDMS, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Breast (BR) specialty or equivalent breast ultrasound credentialJob Category: Clinical-Allied Guaranteed Hours: 40 Contract Weeks:80

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Prime Staffing Job ID #37620348. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied / Tech:Ultrasound Tech,08:00:00-16:00:00

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