Ultrasound Technologist

Company Description

International SOS Government Medical Services delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real‑time, actionable insights and on‑the‑ground quality delivery.

We provide clinical services to include "hands on" direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation.

Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care.

This position supports the United States Department of Veterans Affairs Integrated Critical Staffing Program by providing on‑site diagnostic ultrasound services to eligible Veterans Affairs beneficiaries at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center. The Certified Sonographer / Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for performing highly complex diagnostic ultrasound examinations under the general supervision of a Radiologist. The role requires the use of approved ultrasound imaging equipment and established Veterans Health Administration protocols to generate diagnostically valid images.

The technologist plays a critical role in patient care by preparing patients for procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort, acquiring and evaluating images for diagnostic quality, and documenting examinations in the Veterans Affairs electronic health record systems in compliance with Veterans Affairs policies, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Joint Commission standards, and applicable federal regulations.

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations in accordance with the Veterans Affairs Performance Work Statement and Radiology Service protocols.
• Operate, adjust, and optimize ultrasound equipment to obtain high‑quality diagnostic images, including proper image annotation, labeling, evaluation, and completeness for timely physician interpretation.
• Prepare patients for ultrasound examinations by verifying patient identity, explaining procedures, confirming preparation requirements, and ensuring patient comfort, safety, and modesty throughout the examination.
• Review examination requests and relevant medical records to verify accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness of the ordered ultrasound procedure.
• Provide technical observations and communicate significant findings to the supervising Radiologist during or immediately following examinations, as required.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation of ultrasound procedures, images, and technical data within the Veterans Affairs electronic health record and imaging systems, including Picture Archiving and Communication Systems.
• Adhere to all infection control, patient safety, and standard precaution requirements, including proper room setup, equipment cleanliness, and supply restocking.
• Perform routine operational checks of ultrasound equipment prior to patient examinations and promptly report equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to supervisory personnel.
• Provide portable ultrasound services within the medical center when required by clinical operations.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and comply with all Veterans Affairs privacy, information security, and Health Insurance…