Ultrasound technologist Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

Ultrasound Technologist - $46-69 per hour at Stability Direct summary :

The Ultrasound Technologist at Stability Direct conducts ultrasonic diagnostic procedures to produce images for the diagnosis and monitoring of various medical conditions. This role involves patient interaction, including preparation and monitoring, while maintaining equipment and supervising other ultrasound personnel. The position is located in a small critical access hospital in Ft. Bragg, California, known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities.

Stability Direct is seeking a Ultrasound Technologist for a job in Ft. Bragg, California.Job Description & Requirements

Specialty : Ultrasound Technologist

Discipline : Allied Health Professional

Start Date : ASAP

Duration : Ongoing

40 hours per week

Shift : 10 hours

Employment Type : StaffStability Direct is pleased to announce that we have partnered with s 25-bed critical access hospital in -Ft. Bragg, CA. The Mendocino Coast offers a small-town atmosphere and is known for its natural beauty, from the smallest to the tallest redwoods in the world, to glass bottom beaches and the only oceanfront botanical gardens in the United States. With whale watching, fishing, hiking trails and many more outdoor adventures readily available, this coastal region is a place to immerse yourself in its landscape and history.

Job Summary :

Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures in accordance with accepted protocols as directed by physicians. Produces images of internal body tissues in order to diagnose and monitor a variety of conditions such as heart disease, pregnancy and cancer. Supervises and mentors ultrasound personnel. Maintains equipment.

Job Requirements :

Education and Work Experience :

Diploma / certificate from an Ultrasound college / school : Required

Three years' sonography experience : Preferred

Licenses / Certifications :

ACR Accredited Sites : All sonographers must be certified and currently registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification in Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics (OB) or Vascular (RVT); or Cardiovascular Credentialing International Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI-RVS); or Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Sonography (S) or (VS) : Required in CA and HI (with multiple areas Preferred)

Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification : Required

American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or CCI Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI RVS) or ARRT-Sonography (ARRT-S) : Required

Basic Life Support (BLS) or Healthstream Basic Life Support (HS-BLS) or RQIACLS : Required

Essential Functions :

Uses ultrasound equipment to direct high-frequency sound waves to a prescribed area of the patient's body and capture quality images that describe the composition, shape and motion of tissues, organs, vessels and pathology. Summarizes, documents, verifies and presents images, findings, calculations and measurements to physicians for diagnoses. Adheres to ultrasonic diagnostic procedures, precautions and standards.

Provides direct patient care, including assessing patient condition and ability to cooperate. Positions patients and equipment, prepares patients for procedures and continually monitors and records vital signs. Observes for reactions and signs of impending complications and intervening as needed.

Maintains accurate records, files and billing information. Ensures the integrity of patient medical images and data while adhering to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other patient confidentiality guidelines and regulations.

Trains, supervises and mentors students and ultrasound personnel. Manages staff scheduling as needed. Continually monitors for and implements performance improvement opportunities.

Performs routine maintenance of ultrasound equipment and manages supply inventory.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Stability Direct Job ID #5210. Posted job title : Sr. Ultrasound TechnologistAbout Stability DirectStability Direct, Stability Healthcare's boutique permanent placement division was formed in 2022 with a mission of becoming a service leader in the industry. - In a very short period of time, we have become the staffing partner of choice for award-winning and reputable health systems across the country including Adventist Health, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Jupiter Medical Center, Roper Hospital, and Southeast Georgia Health System. - With decades of wide-ranging direct placement experience and an unwavering dedication to white glove service, we have found that by utilizing a truly collaborative and personalized approach that we are able to solve even the most complex staffing challenges that hospitals face today.

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Ultrasound Technologist, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Sonography, Health Care, Medical Imaging, Patient Care, Imaging Equipment, Health Services, Patient Assessment, Clinical Supervision