Travel Cardiac Sonographer/Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist
Location: VA, United States
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: Healthcare
Job Industry: Healthcare Systems and Services
Salary: The pay we're offering is $70 per hour
The Opportunity
Description
We're looking for a Travel Cardiac Sonographer/Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist, working in Healthcare Systems and Services industry in Virginia, United States.
Weekly Pay: $2800 before taxes
Are you a Cardiac Sonographer who is looking to grow your career with an innovative company known for Medical Imaging? Our client offers access to industry experts (they design and maintain the systems we work on) with ongoing training and education.
As a Travel Cardiac Sonographer, you’ll work for some of the best healthcare companies across the US. Contracts for specific locations last from 12 weeks up to a year.
Their culture is based around a team of highly dedicated employees worldwide who are innovating every day, truly shaping the future of healthcare.
Role
In this role, the successful candidates will function as a Sonographer and perform a variety of technical procedures serving patients including infants through adult geriatrics.
Responsibilities:
- Performing diagnostic general imaging ultrasound examinations according to AIUM and ACR guidelines for procedures and scanning protocols.
- Locating and imaging internal elements of the body, including blood vessels and organs, and identifying any anomalies indicative of disease, injury, or other medically significant conditions.
- Providing a wide range of highly technical diagnostic exams including but not limited to breast, abdominal, small parts, and OB/GYN.
- Implementing knowledge to reduce image artifacts.
- Ensuring patient safety, monitoring the patient for potentially dangerous physical and/or emotional changes.
- Evaluating test results for clarity and accuracy.
- Reviewing patient case studies with peers and physician.
- Informing physicians of preliminary findings as requested according to department procedures.
- Distributing completed test results to physicians and service providers.
- Preparing diagnostic information for physician interpretation.
- Maintaining patient charts, entering diagnosis and billing codes, logging data into patient information systems, and updating file systems for tests performed.
- Cleaning and sterilizing equipment and workspace.
- Recognizing equipment malfunctions and readjusting equipment or requesting for system repair.
- Instructing patients in pretest preparation, answering questions, and explaining procedures.
- Maintaining equipment according to Infection Control procedures.
- Maintaining technical competency through continued education.
- Performing equipment quality checks and troubleshoots problems. Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members.
- Following quality assurance guidelines and maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Abiding by all HIPAA standards for patient privacy.
- Abiding by all OSHA standards for safety regulations.
- Performing additional duties as required.
Our Client
Our client is looking for technical people who want to learn, innovate, and contribute. Join their worldwide team of over 60,000 employees and help develop, manufacture, and sell innovative imaging, diagnostic, and therapy products.
Experience Required for Your Success
Required qualifications:
- Ultrasound background with a minimum of 2 years clinical experience required, specifically in the specialties of general, breast, and abdomen.
- Acuson S2000 experience preferred.
- Experience in Cardiac is a must.
License/Certification:
- Valid ARDMS license.
- Valid CPR certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal needed.
- Ability to interact with client personnel and team members in an autonomous, responsible, professional, and ethical manner.
- Must be flexible, reliable, and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative.
What Do You Think?
Does your experience reflect what it takes to be successful in this role? Do the work and challenges get you excited about what's possible? Apply Now.
