Travel Ultrasound Tech - $2,282 per week in Richmond, VA

Aequor

Richmond, VA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$2,282–$2,282

SKILLS

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Anatomy, Basic Life Support (BLS), Clinical Competency, Data Analysis, Employee Orientation, Geriatrics, Informed Consent, Interviewing Skills, Leadership, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Treatment, Modality, Pathology, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient History, Pediatrics, Performance Management, Radiology, Safety Process, Time Management, Training Program, Treatment Evaluation, Ultrasound

LOCATION

Richmond, VA

POSTED

8 days ago

Job Description Position Details Ultrasound Technologist -- 8-week contract!! NO LOCAL CANDIDATES (must reside outside 50-mile radius) EKG Exam NOT required Minimum 1 year of experience required, 2 years preferred Must be comfortable with pediatric patients and procedures Must be able to work independently Certifications Required: RDMS (ARDMS) or ARRT (Sonography) Schedule: 40-Hr GTE, 8-Hr Nights, 11p 7a, Sun Thurs, No Call Interview Process: ITO Interview; Hiring Manager conducts 2nd interview Unit Specific Details Covers ER and inpatient Up to 10 exams per shift Patient Population: Pediatrics through geriatrics Equipment: GE ultrasound equipment__________________General Category Description: The ultrasound technologist performs ultrasound procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner. May be required to learn to scan vascular exams i.e., venous duplex scans. Will perform direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner. Under the direction of Radiology leadership, the Ultrasound tech performs duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures in the use of ultrasound for the diagnosis of disease or pathology. Essential Job Functions: Demonstrates knowledge of direct patient care by evaluating the patient, verifying patient ID, and related information to assure appropriate procedure is performed Explains procedure to patient; prepares patient for procedure by obtaining and recording patient history and consent form (if applicable) Ensures patient comfort, privacy, and safety during procedure; monitors condition of patient and medical equipment that may be disturbed due to the nature of exam and report changes to patient care services Documents sonographer's impressions and relays findings to physician Obtains and records images necessary to demonstrate normal and pathological findings; documents all pertinent information, e.g., lab values, patient histories; demonstrates and maintains clinical competency particularly related to patients who are: newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric as deemed necessary by designated facility Participates in performance improvement projects Assists department in achieving successful results in all federal and state and local agency audits. Participates in the education/instruction of students and the orientation of new staff. -high level disinfection probes per joint commission standards. Must use various ultrasound modalities dependent on the type of anatomy being examined. Must become proficient in recognizing cross-sectional anatomy and understanding of related technology. Demonstrates favorable guest relations and continues to promote values of the hospital in daily work performance. May also perform other related patient care duties LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS (must be non-expired/active unless otherwise stated): BLS certification Preferred: ACLS, Certified in ultrasonic technology by the American Registry of Diagnotic Medical Sonographers. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Years and Type of Experience: At least one full year of full time experience in clinical radiologic technology including didatic experience equivalent to the curriculum recommended by the American Society of Radiologic Technology or satisfactory completion of another imaging training program or one year clinical experiences in another imaging modality. Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: Gathers, organizes, verifies, and analyzes data in the completion of multi-step procedures. Produces final output within established standards Operates complicated equipment Notes 4/20 Market Approval

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