Ultrasound Technologist

Cell Staff; Washington; On-site; USD 128,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel incentives

Weekly hours guarantee

Job summary

Cell Staff is seeking a compassionate Ultrasound Technologist for a 13-week on-site contract at a Level III Trauma Center in Yakima, WA. You will perform comprehensive diagnostic sonography, including abdominal, pelvic, vascular, and OB/GYN exams, while documenting findings in EPIC EMR.

The role requires ARDMS credentials, BLS/CPR, and 2 years of acute care ultrasound experience; travel exceptions demand 5+ years for first-time travelers. Rotation is Fri–Sun nights with weekly hours guaranteed.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography from an accredited program.
• Active ARDMS OB/GYN and Abdomen (ABD) credentials; RVT preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification (AHA).
• Minimum 2 years of acute care ultrasound experience; first-time travelers require 5+ years.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound exams (abdomen, pelvis, testicular, vascular, OB/GYN) for 10–13 patients per shift.
• Operate EPIC EMR for accurate documentation and workflow tracking.
• Provide triage support and high-quality imaging for inpatients and outpatients, mainly adults.
• Collaborate with radiologists, ordering physicians, and nursing staff; may float to Union Gap OCED or Outpatient Imaging Center.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging

Acute care ultrasound

EPIC EMR

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Tools

RVT certification

ARDMS credentials

Job description

Location: Yakima, WA (On-Site)

Job Type: Full-Time / Contract (36 Hours/Week)

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (With strong potential for extension/renewal)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient, and clinical-focused Ultrasound Technologist to fulfill a 13-week contract engagement at a non-profit community hospital and Level III Trauma Center located in Yakima, WA. This position provides an exceptional opportunity to practice diagnostic sonography in a structured, highly secure, and collaborative environment.

Compensation Options:

We offer highly competitive pay models, alongside premium travel incentives for qualifying non-local clinicians:

• Local Pay Rate: $62 - 64 per hour, depending on EXP
• Travel Compensation Package: Customized breakdown available upon request

Schedule

• Rotation Schedule: Friday – Sunday, 1900 – 0700 (12-hour shifts)
• Shift Availability: 12-Hour Night Shifts.
• On-Call Requirements: 1 weeknight call per week to cover Union Gap (2230 to following morning; 30-minute response time). No weekend call required.
• Benefits: Predictable shift blocks, 4 days off per week, and guaranteed weekly hours with an immediate start timeline.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and perform general (abdomen, pelvic, testicular), vascular (DVT, arterial), and OB/GYN (1st, 2nd, 3rd trimester, size/dates, BPP) ultrasound examinations for an average caseload of 10–13 patients per shift.
• Operate independently on night shifts using EPIC EMR for precise clinical documentation and workflow tracking.
• Provide acute triage support and high-quality imaging for inpatient and outpatient populations, primarily adults with occasional pediatrics.
• Collaborate effectively with an on-site multidisciplinary treatment team, including radiologists, ordering physicians, and nursing staff, with potential floating to nearby Union Gap OCED (~10 mins) or Outpatient Imaging Center (~5 mins).

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography from an accredited institution.
• Active ARDMS credentials in OB/GYN and Abdomen (ABD) required; RVT certification preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification (AHA).
• Minimum 2 years of acute care ultrasound experience required (first-time travelers require 5+ years of experience).
• Ability to successfully clear a comprehensive state background check, drug screening, and facility safety vetting.

Why Consider Acute Hospital Diagnostic Imaging?

Hospital-based diagnostic imaging provides a structured, highly collaborative clinical setting with full facility support and modern EPIC EMR technology. The consistent Friday–Sunday 12-hour night rotation offers long, predictable blocks of days off every week while allowing you to maintain full-time clinical hours in an acute care setting.