Ultrasound Tech (Per Diem) - Abington

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 and 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.

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; properly positions patients, locates and scans areas for interpretation by the
physician or radiologist.
Instructs patients regarding procedures to ensure cooperation and optimum tests 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, as well as 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.

Education:
Graduate of an approved course in medical sonography
AND

Active BLS Certification.
Clinical experience sufficient to be eligible for registration with ARRT or ARDMS. ARDMS certification
preferred.

Since this position will require the selected candidate to engage in regular contact with children in the form of care, guidance, supervision or training, you will be required to meet the requirements of the Child Protective Services Act, including the Pennsylvania State Police criminal background check, the Pennsylvania Department of Welfare child abuse criminal background clearance, and an FBI finger print based federal criminal records check. The selected candidate will not be allowed to commence working until all three (3) are completed satisfactorily.

Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jeffersonrsquo;s clinical entities or at the University. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from Jefferson.

About Jefferson

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow#39;s professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educashy;tional 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.