Maternal-Fetal Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist
Columbus, GA
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Sonographer

Location: Columbus, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)

Job Description

• Schedule:

  • Practice open 4 days/week, 7 AM - 5 PM
  • Supports OB Floor with a machine on site at the hospital across the street
  • Fridays are on-call for hospital scanning as directed by provider
• Patient Population: Neonates and Adults
• Experience: Minimum 1 year; first-time travelers accepted
• Certifications Required: ARDMS, CCI, NT
• Work Setting:

  • High-risk OB consultative practice
  • Perinatal sonography support including NT, Cardiology exams, detailed scans of multiples, and amniocentesis
• Ratio / Census: 6 rooms, average daily census of 44
• Unit Systems: Epic, GE Viewpoint
• Scrub Color: Black
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days
• Weekends: Every other weekend
• Floating: Yes, to Columbus Midtown or Columbus North as needed within scope of practice
• Call Requirements: Yes, Fridays as needed for hospital scanning
• Holidays:

  • If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, expected to work it
  • If 2 major holidays fall, expected to work both
  • If 3 major holidays fall, expected to work 2 of them
  • Major holidays include New Year’s Eve/Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day

Compliance & Orientation

• Full compliance required to start on time
• Non-compliance results in a 2-week delay due to bi-weekly orientation schedule
• Number of Non-Billable Orientation (NBO) hours depends on contract length (e.g., 19 hours for 19-week assignment)
• Clinical screening required to determine fit before final manager decision

Required Certifications & Competencies

• Certifications:

  • ARDMS, CCI, NT (required)
  • ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP, EFM as applicable (refer to specialty requirements)
  • State License verification (Georgia license required for CRTs & RRTs)
  • Tech Certification verification (national certification if applicable)
• Competency Exams:

  • Medication Test/Pharmacology (for RNs and LVNs)
  • Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates)
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (for applicable specialties)
  • General competency exams as required by Aya

Health & Background Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • Comprehensive background check required within 30 days of start
  • Includes criminal, sex offender, education verification, and more
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months
  • TB questionnaire updated annually
  • Immunizations: Measles, Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer), Varicella, Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Flu vaccination or declination required (strongly encouraged during flu season)
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (instant drug screen acceptable under certain conditions)
• References:

  • Two clinical references required by Aya (not required by client)
• Work History Verification:

  • Verification of most recent employer required; can be pending at start with proof it is in process

Additional Information

• Floating assignments may occur within the facility or to nearby locations as needed
• Dress and professional appearance policy must be reviewed and followed
• Candidate must review and sign the Code of Conduct prior to start

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity OB and cardiology sonography setting with a supportive team and advanced technology systems. Candidates should be prepared for on-call responsibilities and holiday work as outlined.