Ultrasound Technologist - General
Fayetteville, Georgia
Piedmont Fayette Hospital

Job Opportunity: Ultrasound Tech - General

Location: Fayetteville, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Unit & Schedule Details

• Weekend shifts: Every other weekend
• Call: None
• Floating: Within facility and scope of practice as needed
• Shift: Day shift, 5 days a week, 8 hours per day (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
• Hours per week: 40

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist
• Must have Ultrasound Technologist experience within the last year
• First-time travelers accepted (no prior travel experience required)

Work Expectations

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

Compliance & Orientation

• Full compliance required to start on time; delays in compliance push start date by 2 weeks due to bi-weekly orientation schedule
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)

Required Qualifications

Licensure

• Must hold a valid Georgia state license relevant to Ultrasound Tech

Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required (AHA or ARC accepted)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) may be required depending on unit; verify specialty requirements
• Other certifications (PALS, NRP, EFM) generally not required for Ultrasound Tech unless specified by unit

Background & Education

• Background check required within 30 days of start, including criminal, sex offender, and education verification
• Education verification required; official transcripts, diploma, or verified tech certification acceptable

Health & Immunizations

• Physical exam within 12 months of start required
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months required; can start with TB test pending if TB questionnaire on file
• TB questionnaire required annually for all candidates
• Immunizations required or proof of immunity:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B: Surface antibody titer or signed declination
• Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season (Nov 1 – Mar 31)

Drug Testing

• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start required; instant drug screen acceptable
• Panels include Amphetamines, Methamphetamines, Benzodiazepines, Barbiturates, Cocaine, Opiates, Methadone, Phencyclidine, Propoxyphene, THC

Competency Exams

• Color blind testing required for all candidates; alternative assessment available if needed

Facility Policies

• Candidate must review and sign Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy prior to start

Additional Notes

• Locals accepted at same rate
• Manager reviews candidate profile within 48 hours of confirmation to ensure fit
• Maximum 7-day response time for offer (RTO)
• References: 2 clinical references required by agency (not client)
• Skills checklist and work history verification required within 12 months; can be pending at start with proof of processing

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