Ultrasound Technician

Akicita Federal is hiring an Ultrasound Technician to deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging services for the Indian Health Service (IHS) community in Pinon, AZ. This is a meaningful opportunity to apply your clinical expertise in an underserved rural setting, making a direct impact on the health outcomes of Native American patients. You will work on-site as part of a dedicated healthcare team committed to providing culturally responsive, patient-centered care.

- Perform a full range of diagnostic ultrasound procedures including abdominal, obstetric, gynecologic, vascular, and musculoskeletal imaging as ordered by providers.

- Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment to ensure optimal image quality and patient safety throughout each examination.

- Document findings accurately and completely in the patient health record in accordance with facility protocols and applicable standards.

- Prepare patients for procedures by explaining the process, positioning them appropriately, and addressing questions or concerns to promote comfort and cooperation.

- Communicate preliminary findings and escalate urgent or abnormal results to the ordering provider in a timely manner.

- Coordinate with nursing staff, physicians, and other clinical team members to support efficient scheduling and continuity of patient care.

- Maintain compliance with infection control, radiation safety, and quality assurance standards required by the facility and applicable regulatory bodies.

What sets candidates apart:

- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

- Prior experience providing imaging services in a federally qualified health center, tribal health program, or other Indian Health Service facility.

- Familiarity with rural or frontier healthcare environments and the unique patient population and logistical challenges they present.

- Experience working within a multidisciplinary clinical team in a high-volume or resource-limited setting.

- Cultural competency or prior engagement with Native American communities.

About Akicita FederalAkicita Federal is a Native American-owned federal contractor delivering healthcare, clinical, IT, and program-support services across the Indian Health Service, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other federal agencies. We hire the people who do the work — clinicians, analysts, engineers, support staff — and we treat them like the professionals they are.

Equal Opportunity EmployerAkicita Federal is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Akicita Federal complies with the Indian Preference provisions of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (P.L. 93-638) where applicable.