Ultrasound Tech - General
Santa Monica, CA
American Consultants
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,429/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Weekly pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Opportunity – Ultrasound Technologist – Santa Monica, CA 90404
Start Date: October 26, 2026
Location: Santa Monica, California – beachside acute care facility
Schedule: Day shift, 8-hour shifts, Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, with rotating weekend call and standby rotation. 13-week assignment (91 days).
Highlights:
- Work at a 266-bed acute care hospital in a beautiful beachside location
- Perform general diagnostic ultrasound studies including abdominal, OB (first trimester), NICU, and pediatric exams
- Participate in interventional procedures including thoracentesis, paracentesis, and kidney/liver biopsies
- Utilize Epic charting system and Phillips ultrasound equipment
- Serve both inpatient and outpatient populations across all age groups from neonates to geriatrics
- Average daily census of 11 patients in a 2-room department
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of ultrasound technologist experience required
- Previous travel experience required; first-time travelers not accepted
- Active BLS certification required
- ARDMS/RDMS certification required (AB, OB, or BR specialty)
- Competency in M-Mode baby head ultrasound (hard stop requirement)
- Proficiency with first trimester OB, NICU, and general diagnostic studies
- Epic charting system experience required
- Community hospital experience required
- Valid state license or compact license in hand at time of submission
- Familiarity with Trophon High Level Disinfection preferred
- Ability to work rotating weekend call (Saturday and Sunday 3:00 PM - 7:00 AM) and standby rotation
- Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
Why Join Us?
This travel assignment offers the opportunity to work in a premier beachside location while advancing your skills in both general diagnostic ultrasound and interventional procedures. You'll work with state-of-the-art Phillips equipment and Epic charting in a supportive acute care environment serving diverse patient populations. The position includes 16 hours of orientation and the chance to work in one of Southern California's most desirable coastal communities.
Employer
American Consultants
Since 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people.
About Santa Monica, CA
As a Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist in Santa Monica, CA here's what you should know:- Santa Monica's cost of living is higher than the national average.
- Wages may be higher to match the increased cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 75-85°F, while winter lows are around 45-55°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but they may be more expensive and in high demand due to the popular tourist destination.
- Santa Monica is car-friendly, but also has a well-developed public transportation system with buses and light rail.
- Santa Monica is diverse with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal location.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities.
- Santa Monica offers a variety of activities including beachfront restaurants, art galleries at Bergamot Station, live music, water sports, and outdoor activities like hiking and biking.
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