Travel Ultrasound Technologist

Travel Ultrasound Technologist - $2,366 per week at Talent Burst, Inc summary:
A Travel Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic medical sonography, specializing in abdominal and OB-Gyn ultrasound, to assist physicians in diagnosing medical conditions. This role requires proficiency in operating ultrasound equipment, reviewing images, maintaining quality control, and ensuring patient communication and care. The position involves travel assignments, typically lasting 13 weeks, requiring flexibility, certification, and adherence to healthcare standards and safety protocols.
Talent Burst, Inc is seeking a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a travel job in Houma, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
Ultrasound Technologist

• Discipline:
Allied Health Professional

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 40 hours per week

• Shift: 8 hours, days

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Employment Type:

Travel

Title:

Ultrasound / Sono Tech

Location:

Houma, LATerm: 13 weeks

Shift: Day Shift 8 Hour, Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm. On-Call Required Min guarantee: 90% of shift offered To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion. Education Required - Completion of a CAHEA approved formal training program in diagnostic medical sonography. Work Experience Required - 2 years of sonographer experience.

Certifications Required - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) Advanced certification in area(s) of specialty according to facility need. Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association. Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

(KSAs) Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process Knowledge of the anatomy of the liver, gallbladder, aorta, spleen, kidneys, bile ducts, and pancreas and ability to perform abdominal ultrasound and the pathology of these organs to provide radiologists with a preliminary diagnosis.

Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Job Duties Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy. Uses radiology information systems to facilitate care. Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding. Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol (including assisting radiologists in guided procedures in a variety of settings). Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards. Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and performing notification/remediation as warranted.

Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.). Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Performs other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only.

They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance &…