Ultrasound Tech
Location: Temple, TX
Agency: AMN Healthcare Allied
Pay: $2,112 to $2,177 per week
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

AlliedTravelCareers is working with AMN Healthcare Allied to find a qualified Ultrasound in TEMPLE, Texas, 76508!

Job Description & Requirements
Cardiovascular Non-Invasive Technologist - Echo Sonographer - (Cardiac - Echo - Sonography - Sono)
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 8/10 D Pay Rate: $2112.00 - $2177.00

The Cardiac Sonographer 1 performs basic to intermediate cardiac ultrasound services and procedures for adult patients such as transthoracic, transesophageal and stress, used to diagnose and assess cardiac abnormalities. General duties include preparing equipment, prepping patients and explaining procedures, reviewing the images, report findings, analyzing patient clinical history in order to identify the purpose of the examination, framing the clinical question that the examination is intended to answer, and expanding the examination as necessary to answer the clinical questions.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS of the ROLEPerforms basic to advanced cardiac ultrasound procedures utilizing a variety of equipment and techniques, and makes the necessary measurements required for the interpretation to obtain accurate, high quality results.Identifies and defines cardiac abnormalities and extends the scope of the examination appropriately, deviating from standard techniques when necessary and correlating invasive and noninvasive cardiac diagnostic test results with cardiac anatomy and function.May assist physicians in the procedure rooms and operating rooms by performing echocardiograph studies to aid them in proceeding with complex procedures to decrease risk factors.Assists in performing transesophageal studies with cardiologist, calculating appropriate measurements and sterilizes probe.Prepare patients for procedures and obtains clinical history from the patient including cardiac related physical findings and pertinent laboratory data in order to adapt the imaging techniques to obtain comprehensive and diagnostic echocardiograms to alleviate the probability of erroneous clinical interpretation of the echocardiogram.Records statistics and performs daily maintenance of the Echocardiography Lab and its equipment, reporting all malfunctions as appropriate.Acts as a resource to other staff, physicians and students regarding equipment, techniques, procedures and studies to optimize patient care.Works closely with cardiac sonographer quality coordinator to ensure quality processes and protocols are adhered to, and assists with IAC accreditation activities as delegated.Implements protocols as new technology evolves, and ensures system echocardiography standards are implemented and adhered to.KEY SUCCESS FACTORSKnowledge and ability to apply complex sonographic principles, instrumentation and techniques.Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology.Ability explaining the purpose of the echocardiographic examination to the patient and answering patients' questions.Knowledge of approved clinical protocols for each type of cardiovascular ultrasound examinations.Knowledge of proper infection control, including precautionary procedures. Knowledge of relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality and privacy.Ability to interact and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with healthcare providers, including other sonographers, physicians, and nurses.Knowledge of medical terminology.Skilled utilization of computers and medical equipment.The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Baylor Scott & White Health.

Required Qualifications
Sonographer, Echo
Certifications: RDCS-AE-American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography(Copy needed); BLS-AHA(Copy needed)
SSN Required
DOB Required
Work History: Should not be more than 30 days of gap in entire work history
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

Length of Assignment: 13 weeks
Work Location: Temple, TX
Work Schedule: Sunday-Thursday (SUN 6:00am-2:00pm; MON-THU 7:00am-4:00pm)
Shifts: AM
Interview Type: 1 Round, Phone
Specialty : Non-invasive Cardiology
Certification/Degree Requirements: BLS, RCS or ARDMS
Top Skills/Min Exp: 2 yrs minimum; Must have Level 1 Trauma experience
Scrub Color: Any solid color scrub set (top and pants) (MUST PURCHASE)

Facility Location
With a downtown area rich in cultural history, Temple is one of Central Texas' true gems. History fans will want to check out the Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum to learn about the region's history as a railway town. Temple College provides the city with a vibrant youth population, and the city is just miles away from many other universities including Baylor and the University of Texas, where sports fans can check out the Division I athletics year-round.

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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About AMN Healthcare Allied

Embarking on an allied travel career with AMN Healthcare means a wealth of resources at your fingertips and a vast array of exciting opportunities across all allied healthcare disciplines, settings, and practice areas. Whatever your personal and professional goals are, AMN Healthcare is ready to build a partnership of success and match you with your dream allied travel assignment.

Beyond high-paying travel jobs, you have access to exceptional benefits that prioritize your well-being and professional growth. We take pride in being the nation’s leading allied staffing agency, ensuring top-tier assignments and unparalleled support for allied healthcare professionals nationwide.

Requirements

Sonographer, EchoCertifications: RDCS-AE-American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography(Copy needed); BLS-AHA(Copy needed)SSN RequiredDOB RequiredWork History: Should not be more than 30 days of gap in entire work historyReferences: 1 Reference in entire work historyLength of Assignment: 13 weeksWork Location: Temple, TXWork Schedule: Sunday-Thursday (SUN 6:00am-2:00pm; MON-THU 7:00am-4:00pm)Shifts: AMInterview Type: 1 Round, PhoneSpecialty : Non-invasive CardiologyCertification/Degree Requirements: BLS, RCS or ARDMSTop Skills/Min Exp: 2 yrs minimum; Must have Level 1 Trauma experienceScrub Color: Any solid color scrub set (top and pants) (MUST PURCHASE)

Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

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