Ultrasound Technologist

Shift Information

Shift Availability: Friday, Saturday, Sunday – 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Facility Information

Location: Union Gap, WA

This position is situated in a free-standing Emergency Department.

Unit Information

• Beds: 10
• Minimum Experience Required: 2 years of acute care experience
• Census: Approximately 10 patients per shift
• First-Time Travelers: Not accepted unless they have 5+ years of experience

Patient Types/Common Diagnoses

• Emergency Room patients, primarily adults with some pediatric cases
• Common diagnoses include OBGYN, general, abdominal, and vascular conditions

Qualifications

• Required License: ARDMS-OB and ABD; RVT preferred
• Certifications: BLS required

Essential Skills

• General ultrasound scanning skills
• Vascular studies including DVT and arterial assessments
• OBGYN exams for all trimesters, including size and dates, and BPP assessments
• General abdominal, pelvic, and testicular ultrasound expertise
• Ability to work independently as the sole Ultrasound Technologist

Department Support

• Emergency Room Registered Nurse
• Emergency Room Providers
• Respiratory Therapist
• Off-site Radiologist
• Manager/Supervisor available via phone

Technology and Equipment

• EMR: EPIC
• PACS: Philips View
• Equipment: GE Logiq P9

Orientation

Duration: 2-5 days of orientation. Orientation for Night shifts will occur during the day.

Scheduling

• Weekend rotations are based on requisition needs
• On-call responsibilities include 1 night per week (10:30 PM to the following morning) and 1 weekend per month (Friday night to Monday morning)
• If working the weekend night schedule, on-call duties will only be for one weeknight per week
• 30-minute response time for on-call duties
• Holiday expectations require working if scheduled on a normal workday
• Requests for time off (RTO) can be approved for up to 3 days
• Shifts are determined based on requisition
• A mostly consistent schedule is to be expected

Additional Notes

• Scrub Color: Any solid color; no graphics, logos, or designs are allowed
• Parking: Free