Radiology - 19470782

OCED•Yakima, WA

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist works in a free-standing Emergency Department with approximately 10 beds and a census of about 10 patients per shift. The role primarily serves adult ER patients and may also involve pediatric patients. Common cases include OBGYN, general abdominal, and vascular conditions. The technologist works independently as the only ultrasound technician on-site, with support from ER nurses and providers, respiratory therapists, off-site radiologists, and a manager or supervisor available by phone. The position requires availability for weekend night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The schedule is mostly set, with minor adjustments based on requisition needs. On-call duties include one night per week from 10:30 PM until the following morning and one weekend per month from Friday night to Monday morning, with a 30-minute response time. Employees scheduled on a holiday are expected to work. New employees receive 2 to 5 days of orientation; orientation for night-shift employees takes place during daytime hours.

Requirements

At least 2 years of acute care experience.
ARDMS certifications in OBGYN and Abdomen.
BLS certification.
General scanning skills.
Ability to perform vascular studies, including DVT and arterial studies.
Ability to perform OBGYN ultrasounds across all three trimesters, including size-and-dates assessments and BPPs.
Ability to perform general ultrasounds of the abdomen, pelvis, and testicular areas.
Ability to work independently as the only ultrasound technician on-site.
First-time travelers are not accepted unless they have 5 or more years of experience.

Nice To Haves

RVT certification.

Responsibilities

Perform general ultrasound scanning, including abdominal, pelvic, and testicular studies.
Perform vascular studies, including DVT and arterial studies.
Perform OBGYN ultrasounds for first, second, and third trimesters, including size-and-dates assessments and biophysical profiles (BPP).
Work independently as the only ultrasound technician on-site.
Work with ER patients, primarily adults, and potentially pediatric patients.
Participate in required weekend night shifts, on-call coverage, and holiday shifts when scheduled.