Certification DetailsRequired certifications may vary depending on unit description.Certifications must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).Certificates of Completion/Attestation are accepted while waiting for a new card.National Certification/Verification within 30 days of start or upon expiration.Signed Acknowledgment covering Joint Commission Training Safety Manual required.Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam
Job DetailsThe Ultrasonographer performs a wide variety of routine and complex ultrasound procedures.Less experienced Ultrasonographers will receive training in more advanced procedures.Expected to perform Ultrasound imaging such as pelvic, abdominal, small parts, and routine vascular examinations.May perform more complex imaging such as deep Doppler and guided interventional procedures such as biopsies and ablations as well as musculoskeletal ultrasound.Records images and relays a clinical impression as indicated.Used to direct the course of patient care.Has knowledge of abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, small parts, abdominal and peripheral vascular physiology, and disease.Performs clinical examinations on adults, geriatric patients, adolescents, and pediatric age groups.Examinations are performed in a variety of locations, including a level 1 trauma center and/or critical care facility.Daily contact with professionals, patients, and families.
Job RequirementsMinimum two-years experience required.Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS) in a minimum of two concentrations: Abdomen, Ob/Gyn, Breast or Pediatric Sonography or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)RVT credential, if not already acquired, or Minimum Qualifications Substitute (MQS) if in OBGYN departmentCPR certification
Schedule InformationThird shift, 7 on/7 off schedule, Wed to Wed.W/TH/F 11 pm to 7 am Sat/Sun 7 pm to 7 am, M/T 11 pm to 7 am.
Additional DetailsTraveler's permanent address must be 50 miles from assigned primary work site location.Floating - Travelers are the first to float. Shifts may be scheduled in multiple units or locations depending on staffing needs.Shifts may be reassigned to another unit to complete contract if the primary unit no longer has a need.