Travel Ultrasound Technologist
Akron, OH
Encode INC
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Ultrasound Technician
 

📍 Location: Akron, Ohio
💼 Job Type: Travel Contract / Long-Term Assignment
📅 Contract Duration: November 22, 2026 – February 20, 2027 (13 Weeks)
🕒 Shift: Day Shift | 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
📆 Schedule: 4 Days per Week (based on a 40-hour workweek; confirm with the facility)
💰 Pay Rate: Negotiable based on experience
🚨 Position: Immediate Start | Critical Need
👥 Openings: 1
📋 Experience Required: Minimum 2 Years
 

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and qualified Ultrasound Technician to perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and produce high-quality sonographic images. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical assessment skills, the ability to identify normal and abnormal findings, and experience collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to support accurate diagnoses and quality patient care.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic sonography examinations within the appropriate ultrasound specialty.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain ultrasound equipment to ensure accurate, high-quality imaging.
• Analyze sonographic images and correlate findings with patients' medical histories.
• Differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomical and pathological findings.
• Communicate relevant findings to physicians and provide preliminary reports when required.
• Adapt examination procedures based on patients' conditions and diagnostic requirements.
• Prioritize workload independently while ensuring timely and efficient patient care.
• Maintain patient safety, privacy, dignity, and comfort throughout examinations.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Clean, prepare, and restock examination rooms and ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, and research activities as needed.
• Assist in training and orienting new staff members and students when required.
• Maintain continuing education requirements to keep professional credentials current.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent ultrasound experience.
• Current registration in the relevant specialty through an accepted credentialing organization, such as:
  • ARDMS – RDMS
  • ARDMS – RVT
  • ARDMS – RDCS
  • RVS or RCS, as applicable to the specialty
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong knowledge of diagnostic sonography procedures and equipment operation.
• Ability to recognize and differentiate normal and abnormal sonographic findings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a healthcare team.
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively to emergencies.
• Ability to lift and transport patients and equipment as required.

Preferred Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent patient-care and customer-service skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to maintaining quality standards and continuing professional education.

Physical Requirements

• This position involves heavy physical activity, including occasionally exerting 50–100 pounds of force, frequently exerting 25–50 pounds, and continuously exerting 10–20 pounds.
• Ability to assist with patient movement and transport equipment safely.

Required Submission Documents

• Updated professional resume.
• Relevant ultrasound registration/certifications.
• Current BLS certification.
• Professional references.
• Valid driver's license or state-issued identification.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.