Job Description
Access Healthcare is seeking a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a travel job in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Ultrasound Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Profile SummarySummaryUnder general supervision and following established procedures, the incumbent operates ultrasound imaging equipment to acquire images and communicates sonographer impressions to interpreting physicians. The incumbent must have problem-solving skills and be an active participant in departmental initiatives. The incumbent must effectively communicate with students, peers, patients, and physicians to ensure the safety and quality of imaging. Exercises independent judgment to modify scan techniques for optimal image quality. Must be solution-oriented, exemplify professional, respectful, and inclusive behavior with all staff, patients, visitors, and students, and actively participate in departmental initiatives. The incumbent participates in call, holiday, and shift rotations as required by the department. May be required to rotate among the main campus and community locations, with appropriate training.Does this position require Patient Care?YesEssential Functions-Patient and exam verification: • Ensures that two points of patient identification, date of birth & full name are obtained to verify that the correct patient is being treated. • Reviews the order for exam and indications, and the patient’s chart for pertinent clinical history. • Prepares and cleans the equipment and room for each patient. Maintain stock levels to ensure rooms are ready to care for patients. -Patient Care & Collaboration: • Uses clear communication when explaining the exam to the patient, taking into consideration physical and emotional needs. Ensures understanding and maintains ethical standards (patient confidentiality, professional conduct, etc.). • Works collaboratively with the leadership team to ensure a smooth and efficient patient flow, as well as optimal utilization of US scanners. • Delivers patient care under the scope of license/training. -Department & On-Call Coverage: • To assume all responsibilities for on-call and holiday coverage. • Remains flexible in all shift coverage and overtime situations as necessary. -Clinical Performance: • Performs all duties pertaining to the performance of clinical ultrasound exams. • Oversee and instruct sonographers, professional staff, and students within the department. This includes, but is not limited to, US equipment operation, protocols, and other technical aspects. • Performs other duties as assigned or required. -Research Performance: • To acknowledge and participate in research programs, quality assurance, and quality improvement projects carried out in the department. • Performs all duties pertaining to the performance of research ultrasound exams. -Must be able to perform support tasks as outlined by the department.
Access Healthcare Job ID #5-MGB-28365. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!