A Travel Ultrasound Tech's Journey

An Ultrasound Tech or Sonographer is a healthcare provider who uses ultrasound technology to produce images of the body that are used to diagnose and monitor conditions. Ultrasound Techs area vital part of the care team by providing valuable information to doctors and helping with treatment plans.

Ultrasound Techs can specialize in a variety of areas such as imaging, obstetrics ultrasound, and vascular ultrasound scanning techniques, which involves examining blood flow patterns and identifying vascular disorders. Lance is trained and experienced in more than one of these areas.

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When Lance decided to work with Advantis Medical, his choice was based on the agency’s commitment to supporting its clinicians, which stood out to him most. He highlights the importance of having a recruiter who’s available throughout the process.

“In my time with my recruiter Kelsea, what I’ve liked most is that sheanswers my questions promptly and has made the journey fun,”

Lance remembers when there was a hurricane while he was on assignment. He mentions getting a personal call from his recruiter during the hurricane to check on him – a testament to the personal care Advantis Medical gives to each clinician they work with. This kind of support is at the heart of what Advantis Medical stands for - taking care of clinicians and building meaningful relationships.

“I remember we were in the middle of the hurricane at our location, and she called me just to check in on me,” he says. “That’s just nice. That’s the kind of attention Advantis Medical provides.”.

Having a supportive and readily available recruiter is one of the most valuable things a travel clinician can have. Advantis Medical prioritizes the needs of their clinicians, ensuring they feel valued and supported during their assignments and beyond.

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Having a great recruiter can make a big difference for the experience of travel professionals like Lance in the medical field. Lance mentions his personal recruiter, Kelsea, who he has been working with throughout his journey. Her quick responses and genuine concern for his well-being have made his assignments more enjoyable and stress-free.

“The best part about working with my recruiter, Kelsea, is that whenever I reach out to her with a question, she gets back to me right away”

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That’s the kind of support that takes away the stress of moving to new positions and places.

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Being a travel Ultrasound Tech is exciting because it offers the opportunity to see places often; Lance loves the experiences each job brings. From the mountains of North Carolina to the city life of new places, every place has its own beauty.

Lance likes to see places and get to know cultures when he travels. It’s a way for him to connect with different communities and meet people from all walks of life, which positively impacts his personal and professional life.

Meeting People in the Field

As he travels from place to place, Lance mentions the relationships he gets to build with different coworkers and patients at each place. The opportunity to meet and connect with so many people broadens his healthcare knowledge and builds lasting friendships.

The relationships built during assignments often create a sense of camaraderie among healthcare professionals on the move. The people you meet along the way act as a support system that can often times extend beyond the assignment.

Growing as an Ultrasound Tech

Traveling as an Ultrasound Tech allows clinicians like Lance to grow their skills and knowledge continually. Each assignment brings new technologies, procedures and new patient demographics. This variety allows for continual learning and adaptability.

Each new place brings challenges to overcome; for example, different hospitals may use ultrasound machines or procedures that require quick adaptation and a learning curve. An experience that’s exciting and fulfilling. Lance “enjoys learning the intricacies of technology and methods,” he says.

Establishing Trust

Establishing a solid relationship with a recruiter is the key to success for many travel clinicians in the job market. For Lance, Kelsea’s proactive approach has given him support from the beginning and throughout the entire process.  This kind of ongoing support allows clinicians to focus on their work without worrying. Having someone looking out for you is priceless in the wild world of travel nursing.

Lance likes traveling as an Ultrasound Tech with Advantis because he gets to see places, meet people, and enhance his skills –  popular reasons for many travel clinicians when they decide to get into the field.

When traveling for work or other reasons, you’ll face challenges like adjusting to new environments and personal issues. With Advantis Medical by his side, Lance has found the support to easily navigate these changes.

He emphasizes the support from Advantis Medical at every level. From working effortlessly to find an assignment that fits his wants and needs, to credentialing assistance, and the ongoing support throughout his assignment. Advantis Medical is top agency in the travel nursing industry because they help clinicians and make it easier to get through the tough stuff.

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At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take pride in caring for our clinicians. We connect passionate professionals with the best travel nursing jobs across the country, all while providing them with top-notch service that builds a lifetime partnership. No wonder we are ranked #1 travel nurse agency by nurses themselves!

If you’re interested in embarking on your travel journey with Advantis Medical, we are eager to match you with your next dream job. You can work with one of our dedicated Pro Recruiters or express your interest in specific jobs directly on our job pages. Start your next adventure by clicking here to search for travel jobs.

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