Vascular Ultrasound Technologist
Durango, CO
Olaro
4x10 hrs, Days

Sonographer – Ultrasound Tech

Location: Durango, Colorado
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Department: Radiology – Ultrasound
• Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week (variable days), typically 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM or 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Weekend Requirement: Yes, except when on call
• Holiday Requirement: Yes, if needed
• Call Requirement: Yes, 1-2 nights per week and every 3rd weekend
• Average Scans per Day: 8-10 (sometimes more)
• Imaging Types: General, Vascular, Procedures, Drains, Biopsies
• Equipment Used: Phillips ultrasound machines
• EMR/PACS System: Fuji EPIC
• Floating: No floating or coverage of other areas required
• Orientation: Department-specific orientation during the first week (4x10 hr shifts, variable days)
• Scrub Code: Any professional color scrubs (scrubs not provided)

Required Qualifications

• Licenses/Certifications:

  • BLS (AHA)
  • RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer)
  • Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) via ARDMS (must have RVT with strong vascular experience)
• Experience:

  • Proficient in vascular ultrasound procedures
  • Experience performing procedures such as drains and biopsies
• Additional Requirements:

  • Agency must provide traveler radiation badge
  • Driver’s license must be submitted
  • Clinicians must be in-state for the week of orientation (even if some modules are remote)

Additional Information

• Department has 4 ultrasound scanners/rooms
• Radiologist available in-house except on call
• No requirement to start IVs
• No Registered Radiology Assistants (RRA) on staff

Notes for Candidates

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required
• Must be able to commit to call schedule including nights and weekends
• Strong vascular ultrasound skills are essential