Ultrasound Technician

Spectrum Healthcare Resources is looking for a potenital qualified Contract Ultrasound Technician to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment, providing essential diagnostic imaging services.

Job Posting: Ultrasound Technician

Location: Long Beach VAMC, CA

Shift Hours:

Day: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM (8-hour shift)

• Evening: 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM (8-hour shift)

• Weekend: 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM (10-hour shift)

• Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) work experience required; AGFA PACS experience preferred but not required.

• Minimum of two (2) years of current work experience in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

• Current and valid American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS) certification with up-to-date Continuing Medical Education.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Prepare and position patients for ultrasound procedures, ensuring high-quality imaging.

• Independently operate ultrasound equipment and collaborate effectively within a team.

• Maintain quality assurance standards and comply with facility protocols.

• Set up exam rooms and perform clerical duties such as sending images to PACS and post-processing.

• Assess the acceptability of scans and coordinate technical procedures for accurate diagnoses.

• Conduct various ultrasound examinations including abdominal, OB/GYN, vascular, and musculoskeletal studies.

• Prioritize critical cases and coordinate patient care with other medical professionals.

• Assist interventional radiologists with procedures such as cyst punctures, aspirations, and biopsies using sterile techniques.

• Ensure patient identity verification and obtain necessary clinical data.

• Maintain and sanitize ultrasound equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and hygiene protocols.

• Communicate with nursing staff and other healthcare providers regarding imaging needs.

• Keep track of supply levels and notify supervisors of any shortages.

Company Overview:

Spectrum Healthcare Resources (SHR) was established in 1988 to deliver systems and processes designed to meet the unique needs of Military and VA Health Systems. SHR is a leading organization that provides physician and clinical staffing and management services to United States Military Treatment Facilities, VA clinics and other Federal Agencies through various contracting vehicles. A Joint Commission Health Care Staffing Services firm, SHR is the military staffing division of TeamHealth, a Nationwide organization that serves 850 civilian and military hospitals with a team of 9,600 affiliated health care professionals.

EOE/Disabled/Veteran