ARDMS Sonographer PRN - Free-Standing ER

HCA Healthcare; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

401(k) plan with matching

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

HCA Florida Lehigh Hospital is seeking a Sonographer (Ultrasound Technologist) to join our imaging team on a PRN/per diem basis. The role covers two free-standing ER locations: West Fort Myers Emergency and Alico Emergency, with opening Q4 2026.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, performing exams, image processing, and collaboration with radiologists. ARDMS certification and BLS are required, with 1–3 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• A two-year Allied Health degree or completion of a 12-month CAAHEP-approved program.
• Valid ARDMS certification: RVT or AB or OB/GYN.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• 1–3 years of ultrasound technologist experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and position patients and equipment safely.
• Accurately perform sonogram examinations in a timely manner.
• Record and process ultrasound images.
• Maintain quality statistics and communicate findings with radiologists.
• Demonstrate professional patient care and teamwork across locations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Reading comprehension

Education

Two-year Allied Health degree

CAAHEP-approved 12-month program

Job description

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As an ARDMS Sonographer PRN with HCA Florida Lehigh Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Job Summary and Qualifications

Our imaging team is growing! Lehigh Hospital is expanding emergency medical services with the opening of our new free-standing ER on Vintage Commerce Boulevard, just off Alico Road and Three Oaks Parkway, near I-75 later this year. This state-of-the-art facility will feature 11 exam rooms, advanced imaging and onsite lab services.

Sonographer (or Ultrasound Technologist) - PRN/Per Diem
Your schedule will include coverage at both free-standing ER locations: HCA Florida West Fort Myers Emergency (currently open) and HCA Florida Alico Emergency (opening Q4 2026)

At HCA West Florida, we are committed to creating a world‑class experience for each patient. As part of our team, you will work alongside a dedicated group of professionals truly making a difference in the health and lives of people in West Florida. We are currently seeking an energetic Sonographer on a full-time/part-time/PRN/per diem/as‑needed basis.

Your tasks and responsibilities as a Sonographer (or Ultrasound Technologist) include but are not limited to:

• Prepare and position patients and equipment in a safe, competent manner
• Accurately perform sonogram examinations in a timely manner
• Be responsible for recording and processing ultrasound images
• Maintain statistical results for quality improvement
• Maintain proactive and effective communication with radiologists regarding any unusual clinical findings, history, and/or test results

Qualifications

• A two-year Allied Health degree or successful completion of a 12‑month CAAHEP-approved program
• Valid ARDMS certification: RVT (Registered Vascular Tech) or ARDMS AB (abdomen specialty) or ARDMS OB/GYN
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• 1‑3 years previous experience as an Ultrasound Technologist
• Other skills needed: organizational, verbal, interpersonal, customer relations, clerical, basic computer, mathematical, analytical, grammar/spelling, reading, comprehension of written instructions, ability to follow verbal instructions

Benefits

HCA Florida Lehigh Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Florida Lehigh Hospital is dedicated to improving health outcomes and enhancing the well‑being of our community. Our patients' health is our top priority!Accredited by The Joint Commission, our 88-bed acute care facility has been serving Lehigh Acres, Florida, since 1965. We offer specialty care services including Emergency Services, Cardiology, Critical Care, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Nephrology, Orthopedics, and Pathology, all delivered with dignity and respect.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

\"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.\"- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our ARDMS Sonographer PRNopening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.