Overview
Sonographer / Ultrasound Tech — Ultrasound Tech specialty — State College, Pennsylvania. Start date 08/31/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment. Weekly pay $2,257 to $2,299 per week. Shift: Days. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,257–$2,299 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Days
- Start date: 08/31/2026
- Employment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment
- Setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital (in a hospital/acute care environment)

Responsibilities
- Perform ultrasound procedures across assigned areas to assist in the diagnosis of medical conditions.
- Prepare patients for exams, position them as needed, apply coupling gel, operate ultrasound equipment, and ensure image quality and accuracy.
- Obtain and document imaging, follow established protocols, and adhere to safety and infection control standards.
- Communicate findings clearly to the supervising physician or radiologist; recognize normal and pathologic features and document results appropriately.
- Verify orders and maintain patient records, including adherence to coding guidelines and documentation requirements.
- Troubleshoot basic equipment issues, perform simple adjustments, and report any equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor.

Requirements
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a specialized training program in Ultrasonic Technology or on-the-job training with a registered sonographer preferred.
- Experience: One year of experience performing ultrasound procedures in a hospital, clinic, or physician office preferred.
- Certification/Licensure: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification required upon hire/transfer; RDMS in OB/GYN within 1 year of hire/transfer.
- BLS: Meets the American Heart Association standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews BLS every two years.
- Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology; knowledge of ultrasound equipment, procedures, protocols, and safety hazards; ability to recognize normal vs. pathological features; clear communication and ability to follow written and verbal instructions; ability to identify and troubleshoot equipment.
- Eligibility: Ability to work in a hospital/acute care setting and comply with site-specific requirements.

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment support through Healthforce Healthcare LLC
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Ongoing clinical support and supervisor collaboration throughout the assignment
- Access to additional travel opportunities and career growth within the payor network (through Healthforce Healthcare LLC)

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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