Ultrasound Technologist (Sonographer)

Foundation Health, LLC•Fairbanks, AK

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is seeking a PRN Ultrasound Technologist to join its Ultrasound team in Fairbanks, Alaska. The position provides ultrasound procedures and services while following provider orders and established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and professional standards. The technologist produces high-quality images, prepares them with relevant patient information for timely interpretation, maintains accurate documentation, and supports safe, efficient department operations. On-call and holiday coverage are required. Shift differentials are available: $2.00 per hour for weekends, $2.50 per hour for evenings, and $6.00 per hour for nights. Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a nonprofit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-accredited hospital with 152 licensed beds and serves as the primary referral center for residents of interior Alaska. The hospital has a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and a Shared Leadership Infrastructure.

Requirements

National certification in the specialty from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI); new graduates must complete certification within 12 months of hire.
BLS certification.
Clinical knowledge typically achieved with 1–2 years of experience.
Effective communication and human relations skills, ability to analyze data, and problem-solving skills.
Foundation Health Registry and Travel positions require at least one year of experience in an acute care hospital setting.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience and national RDMS certification are preferred.
Experience working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as an Ultrasound Technologist in the specialty area is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform procedures by following and verifying referring providers' orders, using independent judgment and learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
Educate patients and families about procedures and treatments.
Demonstrate professional conduct, foster teamwork, use resources efficiently, and support quality patient outcomes.
Produce high-quality images and prepare and present them with pertinent patient information for timely interpretation.
Prepare and maintain accurate documentation.
Perform prescribed invasive or interventional procedures when applicable, in accordance with established policies.
Perform and evaluate equipment quality-control measurements; troubleshoot equipment and notify appropriate personnel to maintain performance.
Maintain a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors, and adhere to safety policies.
Meet ethical, legal, professional, and certification responsibilities, including maintaining confidentiality of work information.
Support efficient departmental workflow and monitor and maintain adequate supplies and materials to prevent interruption of services.
Perform functions in accordance with established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.
Provide customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating core and leader behaviors.