Acute Care, Cross-Functional, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Epic Systems, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Healthcare, Medical Imaging, Medical Record System, Medical Records, Nursing, On Call, Patient History, Patient Safety, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Radiology, Team Player, Ultrasound
Sonographer Opportunity
Durango, Colorado
Ultrasound Technologist / Sonographer
10-Hour Day Shifts
We are currently seeking an experienced Sonographer (Ultrasound Technologist) for a leading acute care hospital in Durango, Colorado. This opportunity is ideal for imaging professionals with strong General Ultrasound and OB/GYN experience who are passionate about delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services in a collaborative healthcare environment.
Position Details
Position: Sonographer / Ultrasound Technologist
Location: Durango, CO
Setting: Acute Care Hospital
Department: Radiology – Ultrasound
Shift: Days
Schedule: 40 Hours Guaranteed Per Week
Shift Length: 10 Hours
Shift Hours: Variable Shifts (7:00 AM – 5:30 PM or 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM)
Start Date: July 6, 2026
Assignment Length: 13 Weeks
On-Call Requirement: Yes
Call Schedule: 1–2 Nights Per Week and Every 3rd Weekend
Weekend Requirement: Yes (Call Coverage)
Holiday Requirement: As Needed
Floating: Not Required
EMR System: Epic
Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations according to physician orders and departmental protocols.
- Conduct General, OB/GYN, and Vascular ultrasound studies.
- Assist with ultrasound-guided procedures, biopsies, drain placements, and other interventional procedures.
- Ensure patient safety, comfort, and proper positioning during examinations.
- Review patient history and imaging requests to ensure appropriate study selection.
- Operate ultrasound equipment efficiently while maintaining image quality standards.
- Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Maintain accurate documentation and patient records within the Epic electronic medical record system.
- Participate in the department’s on-call rotation and provide emergency imaging coverage when required.
- Follow all infection control, safety, and quality assurance standards.
Department Information
- Radiology – Ultrasound Department
- 4 Ultrasound Scanners/Rooms
- Philips Ultrasound Equipment
- Epic EMR System
- Fuji PACS System
- Department-Specific Orientation Provided
- Radiologist Coverage Available On-Site (Except During On-Call Hours)
Common Studies and Procedures
- General Ultrasound
- OB/GYN Ultrasound
- Vascular Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Biopsies
- Drain Placements
- Diagnostic Procedures
- Soft Tissue Imaging
- Abdominal Studies
- Pelvic Imaging