Acute Care Ultrasound Technologist
Bozeman, Montana
Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital

Job Opportunity: Sonographer - Acute Care

Location: Bozeman, Montana
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Summary

The Acute Care Sonographer II provides ultrasound services to assist in diagnosis or treatment, primarily working independently in a highly complex, acute care inpatient setting. Responsibilities include performing ultrasound exams and related procedures, assisting physicians and medical staff, completing documentation, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification in at least one category: OB/Gyn or Abdomen/Small Parts
• ARDMS certification in at least one advanced category (Fetal Echocardiography, Breast, Pediatrics, Registered Vascular Technology, or Musculoskeletal) OR 10 years of advanced ultrasound practice experience with a commitment to obtain advanced registry within one year of hire
• American Heart Association BLS certification within 60 days of hire
• Minimum 2 years of post-graduation experience in advanced ultrasound practice reflecting registration status
• Preferred: 5 years of post-graduation experience in advanced ultrasound practice

Essential Job Functions

• Perform ultrasound exams and procedures in inpatient and outpatient settings
• Assist physicians and medical staff during exams and procedures
• Complete accurate documentation for interpretation, reporting, archiving, and retrieval
• Perform ancillary duties related to exam distribution, billing, and archival
• Retrieve and review previous studies and related health information to ensure timely performance and reporting
• Participate in quality indicator implementation and improvement

Schedule Requirements

• Regular and sustained attendance required
• May require working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts
• On-call work may be required

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds
• Sitting, standing, walking, twisting, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching above shoulder level, pushing, pulling, and fine finger movements required at varying frequencies
• Close visual acuity and cognitive skills necessary for data analysis, task completion, and decision-making
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens, radiation, chemicals, infectious diseases, and emotionally challenging situations

Additional Information

• Facility may cancel up to three shifts during the 13-week contract due to low census or unforeseen circumstances
• Candidates must live at least 90 miles away from the facility to be considered

This role is ideal for experienced sonographers seeking a challenging acute care environment with opportunities to work independently and contribute to patient care quality.