Ultrasound Technologist at Walter Reed

AIMS Locum Tenens; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a qualified Ultrasound Technologist to support Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) in Bethesda, Maryland. The Ultrasound Technologist will provide diagnostic imaging services in a fast-paced military hospital environment supporting inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and specialty care services.

This position requires rotating day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday coverage in a 24/7 imaging department.

Qualifications

• Current ARDMS certification
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• N95 Respirator Fit Testing within 30 days of onboarding and annually thereafter
• Current ultrasound license/registration in a U.S. state or territory and ARDMS registration
• Minimum two (2) years ultrasound experience; one (1) recent hands-on clinical ultrasound experience within the last two years in a hospital setting

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations using ultrasound imaging equipment
• Independently perform abdominal, pelvic, vascular, Doppler, OB/GYN, thyroid, renal, breast, extremity, and emergency ultrasound studies
• Operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain ultrasound equipment
• Review patient histories and physician orders to ensure appropriate imaging studies
• Position and prepare patients while ensuring safety and comfort
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images and document examinations
• Communicate with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and healthcare staff
• Utilize PACS, MHS Genesis, and EMR systems for documentation and workflow management
• Maintain operational logs, schedules, consult tracking, and imaging records
• Participate in quality assurance, competency assessments, mandatory training, and emergency staffing operations

Skills

Communication

Patient positioning

Safety awareness

Education

Accredited ultrasound program

Tools

PACS

MHS Genesis

EMR systems

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Overview:

AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a qualified Ultrasound Technologist to support Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) in Bethesda, Maryland. The Ultrasound Technologist will provide diagnostic imaging services in a fast-paced military hospital environment supporting inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and specialty care services. This position requires rotating day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday coverage in a 24/7 imaging department.

Specific Duties:

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations utilizing ultrasound imaging equipment.
• Independently perform abdominal, pelvic, vascular, Doppler, OB/GYN, thyroid, renal, breast, extremity, and emergency ultrasound studies.
• Operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain ultrasound equipment.
• Review patient histories and physician orders to ensure appropriate imaging studies.
• Position and prepare patients while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images and accurately document examinations.
• Communicate effectively with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and healthcare staff.
• Utilize PACS, MHS Genesis, and electronic medical record systems for documentation and workflow management.
• Maintain operational logs, schedules, consult tracking, and imaging records.
• Participate in quality assurance, competency assessments, mandatory training, and emergency essential staffing operations.

Qualifications:

Degree:

Certificate or degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Ultrasound Technology.

Education:

Graduate from an accredited ultrasound or diagnostic medical sonography program.

Certification:

• Current ARDMS certification required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
• N95 Respirator Fit Testing required within 30 days of onboarding and annually thereafter

Experience:

• Minimum two (2) of ultrasound experience required
• Minimum one (1) recent hands-on clinical ultrasound experience within the last two years in a hospital setting required

Licensure:

Must possess a current, full, active, unrestricted ultrasound license/registration in a U.S. state or territory and current ARDMS registration.

Schedule:

• Day Shift: 07:30 – 16:00
• Evening Shift: 15:00 – 23:30
• Weekend Night Shift: 23:00 - 7:30

Work Environment:

Hospital-based military medical center supporting emergency, inpatient, outpatient, and specialty imaging services in a 24/7 operational environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to assist and position patients safely
• Ability to lift and move ultrasound equipment and supplies
• Manual dexterity for operating imaging equipment
• Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly

Immunization Requirement:

Candidates must comply with all WRNMMC occupational health, immunization, influenza vaccination, tuberculosis screening, respirator fit testing, and annual health screening requirements.

Security Requirement:

Must be eligible to work within a Department of Defense healthcare facility and comply with all background investigation, security, HIPAA, cybersecurity, and DHA training requirements.