Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Traveler

UCHealth; Steamboat Springs (CO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel package

13 week assignments

Local traveler options within 75 miles

Job summary

UCHealth's Radiology department in Steamboat Springs seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to perform ultrasound procedures, review orders, and educate patients on the imaging process. The role includes scheduling, contrast administration when needed, and ensuring imaging quality and safety.

The ideal candidate will have 1 year of experience, ARDMS/ARRT certification, and BLS. This position offers evenings, full-time hours, and a travel stipend for local travel options within 75 miles.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technologist program or Diagnostic Medical Sonographer program.
• One year of experience.
• Registered as RDMS, RVT or RDCS by ARDMS or certified in Sonography (S) by ARRT.
• State licensure if required by law.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association or Red Cross with card valid through start date.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history, physician orders and schedules; educates patient about procedures and equipment.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters; performs imaging procedures.
• Ensures safety standards, performs quality control on equipment, and reports malfunctions.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient education

Safety procedures

Education

Ultrasound Technologist program

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer program

ARDMS/ARRT certification

State licensure (if required)

Job description

Description

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Yampa Valley Med Center, US:CO:Steamboat Springs

Department: UCHlth Radiology

Work Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Evenings

Pay: $60.00 per hour plus travel package/stipend

LOCAL Traveler contract options available for those who reside within 75 miles

13 week assignments available

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technologist program or Diagnostic Medical Sonographer program.

• One year of experience

• Registered as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Vascular Technologist (RVT), or Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or certified in Sonography (S) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

• State licensure if required by law.

• BLS - BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS card must be good through sixty days of hire.

At UCHealth, We Improve Lives

Picture yourself on a dynamic team improving lives in the following way(s):

• Provides top of scope practice in direct patient care to provide various ultrasound procedures

• Values a multidisciplinary team approach to achieve exceptional outcomes

• Models proficiency through precepting those new to imaging and/or UCHealth

• Welcomes new knowledge in a fast paced, innovative clinical environment

• Contributes to secure safety and quality at the point of care

Sonographer:

• Reviews patient history, physician's orders and does scheduling. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice

• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to change in status as appropriate. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.

• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.

Employees are our number one asset.

UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program. *

Recognition

• Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive.

Health and well-being

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.

• Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.

• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.

• Free Care.com membership.

• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.

• Time away from work: Limited time off (LTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.

• Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.

• Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.

Retirement and savings

• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.

• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health saving accounts available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and career growth

• Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.

• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.

*Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.

We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.

UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

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