Ultrasound Technologist at Walter Reed

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Overview:

AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a qualified Ultrasound Technologist to support Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) in Bethesda, Maryland. The Ultrasound Technologist will provide diagnostic imaging services in a fast-paced military hospital environment supporting inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and specialty care services. This position requires rotating day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday coverage in a 24/7 imaging department.

Specific Duties:

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations utilizing ultrasound imaging equipment.
• Independently perform abdominal, pelvic, vascular, Doppler, OB/GYN, thyroid, renal, breast, extremity, and emergency ultrasound studies.
• Operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain ultrasound equipment.
• Review patient histories and physician orders to ensure appropriate imaging studies.
• Position and prepare patients while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images and accurately document examinations.
• Communicate effectively with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and healthcare staff.
• Utilize PACS, MHS Genesis, and electronic medical record systems for documentation and workflow management.
• Maintain operational logs, schedules, consult tracking, and imaging records.
• Participate in quality assurance, competency assessments, mandatory training, and emergency essential staffing operations.

Qualifications:

Degree:

Certificate or degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Ultrasound Technology.

Education:

Graduate from an accredited ultrasound or diagnostic medical sonography program.

Certification:

• Current ARDMS certification required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
• N95 Respirator Fit Testing required within 30 days of onboarding and annually thereafter

Experience:

• Minimum two (2) years of ultrasound experience required
• Minimum one (1) year recent hands-on clinical ultrasound experience within the last two years in a hospital setting required

Licensure:

Must possess a current, full, active, unrestricted ultrasound license/registration in a U.S. state or territory and current ARDMS registration.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of diagnostic ultrasound procedures and imaging protocols
• Ability to independently perform a wide range of ultrasound examinations
• Excellent patient communication and bedside manner
• Ability to work rotating shifts in a 24/7 hospital environment
• Knowledge of anatomy, pathology, Doppler studies, and vascular imaging
• Ability to work effectively in emergency and high-volume environments
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Proficiency with PACS, EMR, and MHS Genesis systems
• Understanding of infection control and patient safety procedures
• Ability to respond quickly during emergency or mission-essential situations

Schedule:

• Day Shift: 07:30 – 16:00
• Evening Shift: 15:00 – 23:30
• Weekend Night Shift: 23:00 - 7:30

Work Environment:
Hospital-based military medical center supporting emergency, inpatient, outpatient, and specialty imaging services in a 24/7 operational environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to assist and position patients safely
• Ability to lift and move ultrasound equipment and supplies
• Manual dexterity for operating imaging equipment
• Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly

Immunization Requirement:

Candidates must comply with all WRNMMC occupational health, immunization, influenza vaccination, tuberculosis screening, respirator fit testing, and annual health screening requirements.

Security Requirement:

Must be eligible to work within a Department of Defense healthcare facility and comply with all background investigation, security, HIPAA, cybersecurity, and DHA training requirements.