Travel Ultrasound Tech/Sonographer - $1,801 per week

TotalMed Inc.; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed Hours

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Referral bonus

Medical benefits

Employee assistance programs

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a 13-week travel assignment in Brandon, Florida. The US Tech will operate ultrasound equipment, prepare patients, and assist Radiologists with procedures, while ensuring accurate imaging and documentation.

A minimum of 1 year experience and ARDMS/BLS certification are required. The role requires standing for long periods and solid knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology; benefits include travel pay and state licensing support

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience required.
• BLS, ARDMS National Certification, and state licensing where required.
• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods and have knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients and families about procedures.
• Use ultrasound equipment to identify areas of concern.
• Prepare exam room and assist Radiologists with ultrasound procedures.
• Report any abnormalities to medical staff.
• Maintain sonography equipment and report failures.
• Conduct scans and write reports based on results.
• Keep accurate patient records.
• Understand and use the McKesson PACS system.

Skills

Patient education

Ultrasound imaging

PACS operation

Anatomy knowledge

Tools

PACS systems

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a travel job in Brandon, Florida.

• Specialty: Ultrasound Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

We are looking for an Ultrasound Technologist (US Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Brandon, FL. The right US Tech must have 1 year of experience. Read below for additional requirements.

As a US Tech, you will be responsible for the use of the ultrasound machine and ensuring that images are accurate and passed on to physicians for medical interpretation. US Techs are also responsible for the preparation of and caring for patients undergoing ultrasound testing.

Tasks

As a US Tech, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

• Educate patients and/or patient's family regarding procedures performed
• Use sonographic equipment to identify and observe the area(s) of concern
• Prepare the exam room for examinations and assist Radiologists with ultrasound procedures and ultrasound-guided biopsies
• Report any abnormalities that require immediate attention to the appropriate medical staff
• Maintain sonography equipment and report machinery failure
• Conduct scan tests and write reports based on the results
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Understand and use the McKesson PACS system

Requirements

Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARDMS National Certification, and state-specific licensing when required.

US Techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. US Techs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Requirements*: BLS, ARDMS, 1 Year

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1529776. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Ultrasound Technologist - US Tech RAD - Travel

About TotalMed Allied

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1