What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Ultrasound Technologist / Sonographer - Sonography/Ultrasound position at American Traveler?
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an Ultrasound Technologist/Sonographer (Echo) for a busy inpatient echocardiography lab, requiring 5 years of echocardiography experience and 2 years in a Trauma 1 acute inpatient setting.
Details
- Inpatient echocardiography lab at a tertiary care hospital with a Level I trauma center
- Rotating day shifts including rotating weekends, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM (10-hour shifts)
- 40 hours per week
- Overnight call 5:30 PM to 6:30 AM, 2-3 nights per month with strict guidelines and cardiologist approval required before being called in
- Daily workload of 7-8 echocardiograms per day
- Uses Epic EMR
- Float policy of 25 miles between facilities as needed
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of echocardiography experience
- At least 2 years of acute inpatient echo experience in a Trauma 1 level facility
- License required if applicable
- Proficiency in TTEs, stress echocardiograms, and TEEs, with appropriate use of 3D echo and strain imaging
- In-depth knowledge of complex cardiac anatomy and pathology
- Expertise in optimizing image quality through scanning technique, equipment settings, and ultrasound contrast agents
- Ability to manage high-volume workflows in a critical care environment while maintaining diagnostic quality
- Strong patient care, communication, and time management skills
- Driver's License required for consideration
- 2 professional references required
Additional Information
- Adhere to ASE and IAC standards to ensure compliance with industry best practices and quality benchmarks
- Maintain strict adherence to lab standards and protocols to ensure consistency and diagnostic accuracy
- Participate in a collaborative work culture including case reviews, feedback sessions, and educational opportunities with sonographers, cardiologists, and fellows
- Local candidates are not eligible for renewals or extensions
- Candidates residing within 90 miles of any MaineHealth facility (Maine or New Hampshire residents) are considered local
- RTO should be kept to a minimum, with 3-4 days considered reasonable for a 13-week contract at the manager's discretion
- Candidates who have worked at any MaineHealth facility within the past 12 months should disclose this during consideration
- Air pods, laptops, and cell phone usage on the unit are prohibited
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan