Per Diem Ultrasound Tech - Ultrasound IP - Orange - Variable

University of California, Irvine; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Irvine Health seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams on adults and children, preparing patients and operating both stationary and portable imaging equipment. The role includes rotating shifts and ensuring patient care and safety throughout procedures.

Successful candidates hold ARDMS credentials, have completed an accredited ultrasound program, and demonstrate flexibility for weekend/holiday coverage with strong English communication

Qualifications

• ARDMS credentials in Abdomen and/or OB/Gyn and/or Vascular required by hire and another credential by end of 6-month probation.
• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound training program.
• Flexibility to rotate shifts and cover weekends/holidays; strong English communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform full range of basic diagnostic Ultrasound procedures.
• Prepare and position patients; adjust equipment to best demonstrate area of interest.
• Operate stationary and portable imaging systems.
• Maintain equipment and log reported repairs; rotate shifts as needed.

Skills

ARDMS credentials

Customer service

English communication

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Work pace management

Education

Accredited ultrasound training program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Who We Are

UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health - Orange, UCI Health - Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties. As Orange County’s only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region’s only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.

Your Role on the Team

Reporting to the Ultrasound Supervisor, incumbents perform the full range of basic diagnostic Ultrasound procedures. Will prepare and position patients, adjust equipment to best demonstrate area of interest, operate various stationary and portable equipment and imaging systems. May rotate to other areas of the medical center. Hours will include holiday rotation. Will perform exams on adult and pediatric patients. Will maintain equipment and log all reported repairs. Will rotate shifts and assignments as needed. The technologist is expected to display professional conduct at all times in their interactions with other staff members, patients, and visitors.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required Qualifications:

• Requires ARDMS credentials in Abdomen and/or OB/Gyn and/or Vascular upon hire and a second credential of Abdomen and/or OB/Gyn and/or Vascular by end of 6-month probationary period
• Must perform both inpatient and outpatient exams, and all other ultrasound exams as needed.
• Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
• Graduate of a formal accredited ultrasound training program in an approved school
• Flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate shifts and coverage for weekends and holidays
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Current BLS certification
• Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer vascular and neuro ultrasound experience
• Prefer recent work experience in an acute care setting
• Prefer experience/training in musculoskeletal, transcranial doppler, breast and/or vascular ultrasound
• Prefer BCLS

Total Rewards

We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

... Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [e-mail] or at [phone], Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization