Travel Vascular Technologist
Houston, TX
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,616/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration11 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$1,160/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,456/week
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Pride Health is hiring a Vascular Ultrasound Technologist client in the medical facility. This is a temporary assignment opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!
Job Details:
Schedule: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Contract
Contract Length: 3 months (possibility of extension)
*Pay offered is based on experience, expertise, credentialing, and education.
Key Responsibilities
- Performs diagnostic sonography according to policies, procedures and protocols of the KSC radiology department. Understands and applies technical principles affecting optimal production of sonographic images, as well as anatomical orientations and anomalies affecting final product. Understands age related communication needs of patients and is able to effectively convey instructions to patients to facilitate the performance of sonographic studies
- Participates in Technical Quality Control measures, which include performance of routine equipment maintenance and reporting malfunctions or variances in equipment performance to the Radiology Department Supervisor or his/her designee in the supervisor’s absence. Maintains necessary supplies and documentation of cleaning logs as applicable.
- Uses RIS system correctly, according to Clinic and Department guidelines and properly documents, for the radiologist’s review, atypical conditions, which could affect image quality and/or content. Understands PACS system and can identify problems with image transmission as they occur and notify Radiology Supervisor or Department Lead Tech when corrective actions are beyond the scope of the technologist.
- Interacts effectively with patients and coworkers, including staff assigned to other locations. Communicates readily and well with Supervisor, Lead Tech and Radiologists in giving and receiving feedback. Must have the ability to understand and respond to questions by giving factual information.
- Conscious of ultrasound safety measures. Utilizes sterile technique when necessary. Complies with all KSC safety initiatives
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- RVT or RVS certification
- Current BCLS certification
Pride-Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Pride-Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Houston, TX
As a travel nurse in Houston, TX here's what you should know:- Houston's cost of living is slightly below the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer highs average around 90°F (32°C) with lows around 75°F (24°C), while winter highs average around 63°F (17°C) with lows around 45°F (7°C).
- Short term rentals are readily available in Houston, with a variety of options to choose from.
- Houston is car-friendly with a well-developed highway system.
- Public transportation is available through the METRO bus and light rail services.
- Houston is a diverse city with a wide range of ethnicities and age groups.
- Common health issues include allergies, asthma, and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the numerous healthcare facilities in the area.
- Houston offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving art and music community, professional sports teams, and plenty of outdoor activities including parks and nearby coastal attractions.
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