Ultrasound Technologist Per Diem

Under the leadership of the department director and assistant director, the Ultrasound Technologist is a specialized medical professional that uses sound waves to image the human body. The Ultrasound Technologist must be able to perform their duties under potentially stressful situations, and care for all emergency patients, in-patients, and outpatients. Also assists in invasive ultrasound procedures. Responsibilities Technologists primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Describe procedure and answer all patient questions prior to performing study, and obtain patient history. Provide images, data analysis, and patient information to the Radiologist for diagnostic interpretation. Follow protocols and Radiologist instruction to create optimal study. Monitor patients physical condition during course of exam. Rotating shifts. Occasional on-call shifts may be required. Experience Acute- care hospital ultrasound experience within the past three years is preferred. Education As necessary for required licensure. Licensure/Certifications American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) is required. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification is required. Assigned Work Hours Varied Position Type Per Diem Pay Range $74.62 to $99.80 Shift Differentials Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $4.08 Hourly Night Shift Differential: $6.12 Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr