Per Diem Ultrasound Technologist - Beverly Hills
About The Position
The Atria Health Institute is a membership-based primary and specialty health care practice focused on prevention and longevity. We are seeking a Per Diem Ultrasound Technologist to join our founding Los Angeles team. This role is crucial for bringing rigor and thoroughness to the development of clinical operations in our largest clinic yet, while maintaining and supporting our strong and inclusive organizational culture and performance standards. In this hands-on role, you will collaborate with various departments to drive excellence in diagnostic execution, protocol implementation, quality assurance, and patient advocacy.
Requirements
- Active ARDMS certification (required for ACR accreditation).
- Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
- 5+ years of clinical experience.
- Must meet all continuing education requirements to maintain active certification and status.
- Acts as a professional role model and technical expert for staff sonographers.
- High proficiency in planning schedules and managing local department resources.
- Exceptional verbal and written skills for reporting to the Clinical Site Director and coordinating with the Senior Technologist.
- Ability to make sound judgments during high-stress situations or emergency department surges.
- A collaborative spirit focused on maintaining hospital behavioral standards and a positive work environment.
Nice To Haves
- RVT and Breast registries are strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality ultrasound examinations, ensuring proper patient positioning, documentation, and completion of required clinical questionnaires.
- Execute and enforce specialized ultrasound protocols (General, Breast, Vascular, OB/GYN, MSK) as defined by the Senior Technologist and Medical Directors.
- Perform daily "on-the-floor" quality checks of images to ensure they meet ACR and internal standards before they reach the Radiologist.
- Assist the Senior Technologist in gathering data and images for local ACR, DOH, and ARDMS accreditation renewals and inspections.
- Serve as the primary instructor for staff sonographers, providing real-time feedback, conducting competency assessments, and identifying areas for technical improvement.
- Oversee patient flow to minimize wait times and ensure the schedule is optimized for both emergency and routine cases.
- Manage staff sonographers, including the preparation of schedules, approval of time sheets, and ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts (including call/holidays).
- Monitor local equipment performance; perform routine calibrations, troubleshoot technical issues, and coordinate with vendors/Senior Tech for repairs.
- Manage local medical supply levels and ensure the ultrasound suite remains stocked and sanitary.
- Act as the local point of contact for Radiologists regarding "wet readings" and urgent clinical findings.
- Educate patients and families on procedures and provide age-specific care across all populations (neonate to geriatric).
- Utilize Athena, RIS, and PACS for seamless documentation and image processing.
Benefits
- Paid in accordance to CA law
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
