Echo Technologist / Cardiac Sonographer
Columbus, GA
Olaro
5x8 hrs, Days

Echo Tech / Cardiac Sonographer - Travel/Contract

Location: Columbus, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Day (5x8 hours), 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Hours per Week: 40

Unit Details & Clinical Responsibilities

• Experience with 2D/3D Echo, Bubble study, Color Doppler, Imaging with Contrast agents
• Skilled in Pharmacologic Stress Echo, TEE, Treadmill Stress Echo
• Proficient in calculations including Simpson's Rule, Diastology, LV Strain/LV Volume, Proximal Isovelocity Surface Area
• Floating within facility and to nearby location as needed
• Weekend schedule: Every other weekend unless otherwise specified
• No call required

Contract Length

• 8 weeks

Required Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience in specialty
• First-time travelers accepted (no prior travel experience required)

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience as an Ultrasound Technologist, with recent experience within the last year
• Experience as an Echo Technician and Cardiac Sonographer
• Valid State of Georgia license for Cardiac Sonographer/Echo Tech specialty
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification if applicable to specialty
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Other certifications as applicable per specialty guidelines (verify with clinical lead if unsure)

Compliance & Screening

• Full compliance with all credentialing and onboarding requirements required to start on time
• Clinical screening to determine fit before final manager approval
• Maximum return-to-office (RTO) time: 7 days
• Must review and sign Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance policies prior to start

Holidays

• Expected to work major holidays falling within assignment period:

  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving/Black Friday
  • Christmas Eve/Christmas Day
  • New Year’s Eve/New Year’s Day
• If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, must work it; if 2, must work both; if 3, must work 2

Health & Background Requirements

• Background check required within 30 days prior to start, including education verification
• Physical exam within 12 months of start (annual renewal not required)
• Negative TB test (PPD, QGold, or TSpot) within 12 months or chest X-ray if prior positive
• Annual TB questionnaire required regardless of TB status
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or proof of immunity:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or signed declination
  • Flu vaccine or signed declination (required during flu season)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start (includes Amphetamines, Benzodiazepines, Barbiturates, Cocaine, Opiates, Methadone, PCP, Propoxyphene, THC)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap highly recommended but not required

Competency & Testing Requirements

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (required for RNs and LVNs by agency)
• Color blind testing required for all candidates; alternative assessment available if needed
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for certain specialties (verify if applicable)
• Skills checklist within 12 months, updated annually

Documentation & Verification

• Two clinical references required
• Verification of most recent employer required (can be pending at start with proof it is in process)
• Education verification required; can be pending at start with proof it is running (due within 30 days post start)
• State license verification within 30 days prior to start

Additional Notes

• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)
• Locals accepted at same rate
• Candidate must comply with all facility-specific policies and procedures

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Echo Tech / Cardiac Sonographer travel contract position.