Ultrasound Tech - General
Oakland, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,740/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Ultrasound Tech - General
Job Overview
- Travel/contract role in Oakland, California
- Day shift: 5x8 hours, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
- 40 hours per week
- Contract length: 13 weeks
Key Responsibilities
- Perform technical ultrasound procedures under the direction of a radiologist
- Assume responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required
Required Qualifications
- Ultrasound Technologist with 2 years of experience
- Ultrasound Technologist experience within the last year
- ARDMS or ARDMS AB certification
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Schedule / Work Conditions
- May float to South Imaging and 5730 Telegraph in Oakland
- Weekends as needed
Additional Notes
- Solid color scrubs are required and not provided
- Background check required, including a 7-year background check within 6 months of start
- Sex offender search required within 90 days of start
- TB screening questionnaire required within 90 days of start
- Physical exam required within 1 year of start
- Fit test required within 1 year of start and renewed annually
- Drug screen required within 6 months of start
- Flu vaccination/documentation required during flu season
- Color vision deficiency must be assessed in person by a licensed healthcare provider before start
- Employment application must include a full 7 years of work history with no gaps
- Unit-specific skills checklist required
Employer
Host Healthcare
268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Tyler goes above and beyond. He made the travel process easy, is always incredibly responsive, and reaches out consistently to make sure things go smooth throughout the entirety of the contract and beyond. It is obvious he enjoys his work and genuinely cares about you as a traveler.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Oakland, CA
As a Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist in Oakland, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Oakland is higher than the national average, especially housing costs.
- However, wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 72-75°F, and winter average lows are around 45-48°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Oakland, but they may require some searching due to high demand in the area.
- Oakland is relatively car-friendly, but public transportation options such as buses, BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), and ferries are also available for getting around.
- Oakland is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and ages.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area.
- Oakland offers a variety of activities including fine dining, waterfront excursions, walks and cruises around Lake Merritt, museums, art galleries, shops, performing arts venues, and musical performances at historic theaters.
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