Travel Echo Technologist
Madison, Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
$2,726-3,124/weekCommon job information
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- Registered in echocardiography (RCS or RDCS).
- We are seeking a Cardiac Sonographer:
- The Cardiac Sonographer independently performs professional level assessments and a variety of non-invasive studies using ultrasound and related diagnostic technology as appropriate and records the results and clinical preliminary impressions as indicated.
- The results of these exams are used to direct the course of patient care.
- The sonographer uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to evaluate anatomical, pathological, diagnostic disease processes.
- The sonographer assists with transthoracic echo, transesophageal and stress testing; dobutamine, treadmill exercise stress echo and carotid duplex.
- The sonographer communicates preliminary impressions of examination results to reading and supervising physicians.
- All examinations are performed within standard protocols on adults and geriatric patients, and occasionally on adolescents and pediatric age groups.
- The sonographer performs examinations using both stationary and portable equipment.
- The sonographer serves as a clinical instructor for the UW School of Ultrasound, and participates in the instruction of fellows, residents, and visiting physicians.
- The sonographer may also participate in clinical research, and acts as a clinical resource to staff at their own facility and throughout the system.
- Minimum one-year cardiac experience required.
- Registered in echocardiography (RCS or RDCS).
- BLS – must be certified through American Heart Association ONLY.
- Traveler’s permanent address must be 50 miles from assigned primary work site location.
- Floating - Travelers are the first. The Traveler may have shifts scheduled in multiple units, depending on the current staffing needs and/or different locations within the organization.
- During the traveler’s assignment, if the primary unit no longer has a need, shifts will be re-assigned to another unit in order to complete contract.
- Required per Vaya standard.
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Facility
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
2 nurses recommend working with University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
Pros
Trauma ICU has great culture, welcoming to travelers, management is wonderful.
Cons
Madison does have a high cost of living and the parking situation at the hospital is terrible. However, buses are an option as well as biking. Nights are much easier/cheaper for parking than days due to demands of the hospital and university.
- Short Term Acute Care
- 644 beds
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Madison, WI
About
Madison is the capital of Wisconsin, located about an hour west of Milwaukee. Frequently listed as one of the best places to live in the United States, this city ranks high in economy, diversity and education. Madison is a young and vibrant Midwestern town and is the home of the University of Wisconsin Madison, a top-ranked public institution. Visitors can’t miss the iconic Wisconsin State Capitol Building, a beautiful historic building located on a strip of land between Lakes Mendota and Monona, or the Olbrich Botanical Gardens, open year-round and boasting over 16 gardens. To really get a feel for this lively city, take a stroll down State Street, with seven blocks of bustling restaurants, beach access and street art.
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