Ultrasound Technologist (Sonographer)
York, ME
TotalMed Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,727/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
Qualifications
- National Registry: ARRT: (S)
- OB - National Registry: ARDMS: OB
- Abdominal - National Registry: ARDMS: AB
- Echo - National Registry: ARDMS: RDCS (PE) (AE) OR CCI: RCS
- Vascular - National Registry: ARDMS: RVT OR CCI: RVS
- Breast - National Registry: ARDMS: BR
- General - National Registry: ARDMS: OB or AB or BR
Description
We are looking for an Echocardiogram Technologist (Echo Tech) for an immediate travel opening in York, ME. The right Echo Tech must have 1 year of experience. Read below for additional requirements.
As an Echo Tech, you will be responsible for the use of the cardiac ultrasound machine and ensuring that images are accurate and passed on to physicians for medical interpretation. Echo Techs are also responsible for the preparation of and caring for patients undergoing echocardiograms.
TasksAs an Echo Tech, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Educate patients and/or patient's family regarding procedures performed
- Demonstrate competence in performance of echocardiographic studies
- Consistently perform quality Doppler and color Doppler Exams
- Acquire quality Stress Echo and Dobutamine images according to Physician and benchmark standards
- Perform quality Trans esophageal echocardiograms according to physician expectations
- Demonstrate an understanding of cardiac disease processes and acquired images
- Report findings or concerns to reading physician for prompt interpretation
- Perform all related processing required for each completed study
- Maintain equipment including cleaning and disinfecting according to department procedure and identifying problems with equipment and reporting appropriately
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Understand and use the McKesson PACS system
Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARDMS-RDCS or CCI-RS National Certification and state-specific licensing when required.
Echo Techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. Echo Techs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.
Requirements*: BLS, CCI, ARDMS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Employer
TotalMed Allied
31 nurses recommend working with TotalMed Allied
TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.
TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.
About York, ME
As a Travel Registered Ultrasound Technologist in York, ME here's what you should know:- The cost of living in York, ME is higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 80°F and lows around 60°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 35°F and lows around 15°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options may be available, but they could be limited due to the seasonal nature of the area.
- York is car-friendly, but public transportation options may be limited, especially in the more rural areas.
- The population of York, ME is predominantly White, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies due to the coastal location.
- There may be a small population of travel nurses in the area.
- York offers a variety of activities including quaint town shops, quiet beaches, historical sites at Old York, cliff walks with lighthouse views, and the amusement park and zoo at York's Wild Kingdom.
- There are also opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and beachcombing.
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