General Sonographer - Mobile Ultrasound

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Job Description

Location: Panama City, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Pay: $40+/hr, based on experience
Setting: Mobile Diagnostic Imaging

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dependable General Sonographer to provide mobile ultrasound services throughout Panama City and surrounding service areas. The technologist will travel to nursing homes, home care facilities, correctional facilities, and other designated locations to perform physician-ordered ultrasound examinations using portable equipment.

This role is ideal for a self-motivated professional who delivers accurate diagnostic images, prioritizes patient safety, and works independently in a mobile healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform general and vascular ultrasound examinations using portable sonographic equipment.
- Travel to assigned healthcare facilities and patient locations using a company-provided vehicle.
- Obtain clinically diagnostic images and transmit completed studies electronically to radiologists for interpretation.
- Verify physician orders and confirm patient identity using two approved identifiers before performing examinations.
- Review examination requests and resolve discrepancies before proceeding with imaging.
- Coordinate with dispatch, facility staff, radiologists, and supervisors regarding assignments and patient needs.
- Respond promptly to urgent communications and monitor dispatch messages throughout assigned shifts.
- Complete examination documentation, billing paperwork, and related records accurately and promptly.
- Maintain ultrasound equipment, vehicle cleanliness, and supplies; report equipment malfunctions immediately.
- Follow radiation-free ultrasound safety practices, infection control requirements, patient privacy standards, and applicable medical ethics.
- Participate in required meetings, training, and quality improvement activities.
- Complete required health screenings, TB testing, and annual infection control training.
- Maintain professional communication and deliver respectful, patient-centered care.

Required Qualifications

- Registration with ARDMS or CCI for vascular ultrasound.
- Competency in both General and Vascular ultrasound.
- Graduation from an accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology program.
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements.
- Ability to travel between assigned facilities and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Basic smartphone and computer skills, including scanning, printing, and emailing documents.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lift and carry an equipment bag weighing approximately 18–20 lbs and transport equipment using a wheeled cart.
- Ability to complete required background checks, drug screening, and health requirements.
- COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption documentation, as required by the employer.

Preferred: ECHO experience is a plus. Candidates must maintain current required certifications and provide documentation when requested. Limited licenses are not accepted.

Schedule & Additional Details

- Regular schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
- Weekend work may be required based on caseload and is treated as overtime.
- On-call requirements will be discussed during the interview.
- A company vehicle is provided.
- Relocation may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- State licensure reimbursement is available after 90 days of employment, subject to company policy.

Compensation & Benefits

- Pay starting at $40+/hr, based on experience.
- Shift differentials: $2/hr after 2:00 PM, $3/hr after 10:00 PM, and $4/hr on weekends.
- Medical and prescription coverage.
- Dental and vision insurance.
- Healthcare and dependent care FSAs.
- Basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance.
- Voluntary disability and additional insurance options.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Same-day pay advances may be available; details discussed during the interview.
- Career development and opportunities for professional growth.

\nCompany Description

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