Ultrasound Technologist at Walter Reed

AIMS LOCUM TENENS LLC d/b/a AIMS Force•Bethesda, MD

81d•$50 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a qualified Ultrasound Technologist to support Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) in Bethesda, Maryland. The role provides diagnostic imaging services in a fast-paced military hospital environment supporting inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and specialty care. The imaging department operates 24/7 and requires rotating day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday coverage. The technologist performs a range of ultrasound examinations, operates and maintains imaging equipment, prepares and positions patients, and documents studies. The role also involves coordinating with healthcare staff, using PACS and electronic medical record systems, maintaining imaging records and operational logs, and participating in quality assurance, training, and emergency-essential staffing operations.

Requirements

Certificate or degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Ultrasound Technology.
Graduate of an accredited ultrasound or diagnostic medical sonography program.
Current ARDMS certification and registration.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
N95 respirator fit testing within 30 days of onboarding and annually thereafter.
At least two years of ultrasound experience.
At least one year of recent hands-on clinical ultrasound experience within the last two years in a hospital setting.
Current, full, active, unrestricted ultrasound license or registration in a U.S. state or territory.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, assist and position patients safely, lift and move ultrasound equipment and supplies, operate imaging equipment with manual dexterity, and respond quickly to emergencies.
Must be eligible to work within a Department of Defense healthcare facility and comply with required background investigation and security requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations using ultrasound imaging equipment.
Independently perform abdominal, pelvic, vascular, Doppler, OB/GYN, thyroid, renal, breast, extremity, and emergency ultrasound studies.
Operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain ultrasound equipment.
Review patient histories and physician orders to ensure appropriate imaging studies.
Prepare and position patients while ensuring their safety and comfort.
Produce high-quality diagnostic images and accurately document examinations.
Communicate effectively with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff.
Use PACS, MHS Genesis, and electronic medical record systems for documentation and workflow management.
Maintain operational logs, schedules, consult tracking, and imaging records.
Participate in quality assurance, competency assessments, mandatory training, and emergency-essential staffing operations.
Comply with WRNMMC occupational health, immunization, influenza vaccination, tuberculosis screening, respirator fit testing, annual health screening, background investigation, security, HIPAA, cybersecurity, and DHA training requirements.