Ultrasonographer Job at Rutgers University
Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Ultrasonographer
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Medical and Patient Services
Department
RWJ-Ob/Gyn-Suite H-Meb
Overview
New Jersey’s academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University–New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.
Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.
Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.
Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.
Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state—at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark’s University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.
Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Ultrasonographer in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
Performs specialized obstetrical and gynecological sonographic examinations for a high-risk population. Exams are performed in the Antenatal Testing Unit at the Clinical Academic Building, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital’s Labor and Delivery and Antepartum Floors, and at contracted hospital sites. This position will staff contracted clinical outreach sites and the Antenatal Testing Unit at RWJUH in New Brunswick.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
Performs specialized obstetrical and gynecological sonographic examinations for a high-risk population. Exams are performed in the Antenatal Testing Unit at the Clinical Academic Building, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital’s Labor and Delivery and Antepartum Floors, and at contracted hospital sites. This position will staff contracted clinical outreach sites and the Antenatal Testing Unit at RWJUH in New Brunswick.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
- Greets the patient in a friendly, forthright manner, making sure to always maintain eye contact and a strong smile.
- Answers the telephone with a pleasant demeanor, always identifying self, and location.
- Advises patients regarding preparation of necessary forms; counsels patients regarding paperwork requirements.
- Obtains patient history, previous reports, and relevant laboratory data.
- Conducts detailed obstetrical sonographic evaluations at all stages of gestation. This includes biometry to establish dates/assess growth, and detailed anatomic surveys of the fetus, uterus, and adnexa.
- Performs gynecological sonograms including follicular monitoring, measurements of the uterus and ovaries, and evaluation of pelvic masses.
- Performs biophysical profiles and Doppler flow studies.
- Provides ultrasound guidance in invasive procedures including but not limited to amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, percutaneous umbilical blood sampling, and intrauterine blood transfusions. Observes sterile technique when assisting in invasive procedures.
- Performs finger stick procedure to draw blood for first trimester screening.
- Enters preliminary reports and data into electronic medical record system and ultrasound equipment. Proofreads and prints final reports. Enters information on billing forms.
Position Status
Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA
Nonexempt
Grade
2600
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary
35.980
Annual Mid Range Salary
36.480
Annual Maximum Salary
37.570
Standard Hours
40.00
Union Description
Teamsters, Local 97
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
PERS
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- Graduate from accredited ultrasound school.
- Consideration will be given to candidates that are pending graduation from an accredited ultrasound school. Proof of program completion will be validated prior to beginning work.
- Must have at least a minimum of 600 clinical externship hours.
Certifications/Licenses
- Obtains ARDMS registration in Physics and OB/GYN within one (1) year from date of hire.
- Obtains CME credits as required to maintain Active Registry status.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Position requires standing, walking, sitting, use of the hands to finger, handle or feel, talk and hear 2/3 of the time, reach with hands and arms over 1/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl under 1/3 of the time. Position requires lifting 1/3 of the time up to 10 pounds, and under 1/3 of the time up to 25 pounds.
- WORK ENVIRONMENT: Moderate noise environment with some exposure (less than 1/3 of the time) to blood borne pathogens requiring the use of personal protective equipment; some potential exposure (less than 1/3 of the time) to hazardous waste.
Special Conditions
- Ability to travel to provide coverage at “off-site” practices as needed.
Posting Details
Posting Number
22ST2053
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus
Downtown New Brunswick
City
New Brunswick
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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