Travel Ultrasound Technologist
Alamogordo, NM
Aureus Medical Group - Imaging
5x8 hrs
Retention Bonus

Estimated payment breakdown
~$1708.00-$1828.00/wk*
~$720.00-$840.00 in weekly taxable income
~$18.00/hr-$21.00/hr*
Estimate assumes an 8 hour shift. Hourly rate may change based on shift length.
~$988.00 in non-taxable stipend*
Actual amount subject to eligibility and seasonal/annual adjustments

Summary:


The Registered Ultrasound technologist will apply medical ultrasound to the patient in accordance with a doctor's order and works within the scope of practice as defined by the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography and American Society Radiologic Technologists. This Job must be able to handle the movement set-up and operation of medical ultrasound equipment. The technologist must be able to handle all patients according to the needs of that patient. This Job takes direction from the Radiology Medical Director and understands patient assessment and treatment procedures as outlined by policy. The Job provides patient assessment information to the Radiologist as needed. The technologist is trained in Basic Life Support and provides when asked to do so. The Job has a responsibility to appropriately document procedural information in the patient's medical record including PACS. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organizations mission values and culture.


Responsibilities:

Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self Leader of Others or Leader of Leaders.Performs a variety of high-quality ultrasound procedures under minimal supervision utilizing diagnostic ultrasound imaging equipment.Documents calibration procedures for individual imaging equipment.Coordinates organizes plans and makes quick decisions on emergent cases evaluates and acts to maintain efficiency and maximize productivity.Assists the Radiologist in performing invasive biopsy procedures using the Ultrasound system to pin point exact anatomical locations of a specified diseased area for specimen evaluation and diagnosis.Ensures that all procedures are accurately charged and sees to all charges being turned in at the end of the day for correct billing.Sees that the Ultrasound room is adequately supplied checks equipment and computer status for readiness reports any problems that could change the work flow and make sure corrective actions are taken to ensure of work flow continuity.Must be able to perform all tasks as listed but not limited to nor to exclude any and all tasks as deemed necessary or recommended by the associate’s immediate supervisor or manager on duty.Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the departmentAppropriately adapts assigned patient assessment to accommodate the unique physical psychosocial cultural age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of Christus Health.Performs other duties as assigned.


Job Requirements:


Education/SkillsGraduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
ExperienceMinimum 1-year scanning experience in Abdomen OB/GYN Vascular and Breast Ultrasound preferred
Licenses Registrations or CertificationsARDMS or ARRT/Sonography certification in Abdomen required within one yearLRST/ARRT Radiologic Technology License preferredCertification in OB/GYN or Breast preferredBLS required
Work Schedule:
Day shift including weekends but shift could vary


Work Type:
Full Time



Position: Sonographer


Specialty/Modality: Sonography-General


Licenses/Certifications: CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support)





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