Travel Ultrasound Technologist - $2,128 per week

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a travel job in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Ultrasound Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

ID: 64295845 Shift: First Shift Mon - Fri, 8:00a - 4:30p (no weekends, no holidays) 5x8 Hr Description: Job Summary:Analyze and interpret sleep study data obtained from patients undergoing diagnostic testing for sleep related disorders.Use specialized software and equipment to analyze sleep patterns, respiratory events, and physiological parameters, providing accurate and detailed reports to assist clinicians in diagnosing and treating patients with sleep disorders.Job Responsibilities:--Sleep Study Analysis: -Utilize polysomnography (PSG) and other sleep monitoring equipment to record and analyze physiological data during sleep studies, including electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), electrocardiography (ECG), and respiratory parameters.-Review and interpret sleep study data to identify sleep stages, sleep architecture, respiratory events (e.g., apneas, hypopneas), movement disorders, and other sleep-related phenomena.-Apply scoring criteria and guidelines (e.g., AASM scoring manual) to classify sleep stages, respiratory events, and other physiological parameters accurately.--Data Management and Reporting: -Maintain accurate records of sleep study data, including patient demographics, test settings, and analysis results, using electronic health record (EHR) systems or specialized sleep study software.-Generate comprehensive sleep study reports summarizing findings, interpretation of results, and recommendations for clinical management, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and completeness.-Collaborate with clinicians, sleep physicians, and other healthcare providers to communicate analysis results, address questions or concerns, and facilitate patient care decisions.--Quality Assurance and Compliance: -Ensure adherence to established protocols, standards, and regulatory requirements for sleep study data acquisition, analysis, and reporting, including those set by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) and other accrediting bodies.-Participate in quality assurance activities, including inter-scorer reliability checks, peer review sessions, and proficiency testing, to maintain consistency and accuracy in sleep study scoring.-Identify and troubleshoot technical issues or equipment malfunctions related to sleep study data acquisition and analysis, collaborating with technical support or biomedical engineering staff as needed.--Patient Care and Support: -Assist in the setup and preparation of patients for sleep studies, ensuring comfort, safety, and compliance with testing procedures and protocols.-Educate patients about the purpose of sleep studies, the equipment used during testing, and what to expect during the procedure, addressing any questions or concerns to alleviate anxiety and facilitate cooperation.-Provide support and reassurance to patients during sleep studies, monitoring for signs of discomfort, anxiety, or adverse reactions and responding appropriately to ensure a positive experience.--Professional Development and Collaboration: -Stay abreast of advancements in sleep medicine, sleep study techniques, and diagnostic technologies through continuing education, professional development activities, and participation in relevant conferences or workshops.-Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including physicians, respiratory therapists, and sleep medicine specialists, to exchange knowledge, share insights, and enhance patient care outcomes. null Schedule Notes:Mon - Fri, 8:00a - 4:30p (no weekends, no holidays)Skills: Required Skills & Experience:-Less than one year of job-related experience.-Strong knowledge of sleep physiology, sleep disorders, and diagnostic criteria.-Proficiency in the use of sleep study software, polysomnography equipment, and electronic health record systems.-Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.-Accountability: Accepts responsibility for words, actions, attitude, and results while meeting deadlines and performance expectations.-Communication: Practices effective, clear, and respectful communications (both verbal and written) and demonstrates attentiveness through active listening and engaged body language.-Teamwork/Commitment to Co-workers: Collaborates, respects, and cooperates with all co-workers, valuing differences and addressing concerns directly, while actively contributing to the vision and results of the team.-Customer Service/Professionalism: Warmly, personally, and professionally greets all internal and external customers, promoting a high level of satisfaction by providing information about what to expect, actively listening, and intentionally following up on questions and concerns, including taking corrective action when necessary.Preferred Skills & Experience:-N/A nullEducation: Required Education:-High School/GED.Preferred Education:-Certificate or associate s degree in polysomnography or respiratory therapy.Required Certifications & Licensure:-Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) or Registered Respiratory Therapist Sleep Disorders Specialist (RRT-SDS) credential or Certified Respiratory Therapist Sleep Disorders Specialist (CRT-SDS) credential.-BLS.-Must obtain BLS upon hire, within 90 days.Preferred Certifications & Licensure:-N/A nullJob Category: Clinical-Allied Guaranteed Hours: 40 Contract Weeks:90

Prime Staffing Job ID #37669505. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied / Tech:Ultrasound Tech,08:00:00-16:00:00

About Prime Staffing