Part Time Ultrasound Technologist

Global Diagnostic Services, Inc.; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Diagnostic Services, Inc. in Glen Burnie, MD invites you to join as an Ultrasound Technologist.

You will operate ultrasound equipment to capture diagnostic images of organs, tissues, and blood flow, and prepare patients by explaining procedures and ensuring comfort and safety. You will review patient history to tailor scanning protocols, optimize imaging parameters, document measurements, and provide findings to physicians for diagnostic use.

Qualifications

• CAAHEP‑accredited sonography program completed with hands-on clinical rotations.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
• Professional certifications such as AART, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, and BLS.
• Able to optimize imaging parameters and identify normal vs abnormal findings.
• Excellent patient communication and care skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment to capture diagnostic images.
• Explain procedures, apply gel, position patients, and ensure comfort.
• Review patient history and tailor scanning protocols.
• Adjust imaging depth, gain, frequency, and focal zones.
• Document measurements such as organ dimensions and fetal biometry.
• Provide sonogram findings to physicians for diagnosis.
• Assist during ultrasound-guided procedures like biopsies.
• Maintain and clean equipment; perform minor troubleshooting.
• Schedule exams and maintain patient records.
• Adhere to safety protocols and sterile technique.

Skills

Patient communication

Anatomy knowledge

Image optimization

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

CAAHEP‑accredited program certification

AART, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, BLS certifications

State licensure (where required)

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Medical software systems

Job description

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment to capture diagnostic images of organs, tissues, and blood flow.
• Prepare patients by explaining procedures, applying gel, positioning them properly, and ensuring comfort and safety.
• Review patient history and tailor scanning protocols to the clinical question.
• Adjust imaging parameters (depth, gain, frequency, focal zones) to optimize image quality.
• Obtain and document required measurements (e.g., organ dimensions, fetal biometry).
• Provide sonogram findings to physicians for diagnostic use.
• Assist physicians during ultrasound‑guided procedures such as biopsies.
• Maintain and clean imaging equipment; perform minor troubleshooting.
• Perform clerical tasks such as scheduling exams and maintaining patient records.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and sterile technique.

Work Environment

• Typically employed in correctional settings.
• Most work full‑time and collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff.

Required Education and Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree from a CAAHEP‑accredited sonography program.
• Clinical rotations providing hands‑on scanning experience.
• Professional certifications such as AART, RDMS, RDCS, RVT, and BLS.
• Some roles require additional specialty credentials or state licensure.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
• Ability to optimize imaging parameters and identify normal vs. abnormal findings.
• Excellent patient communication and care skills.
• Technical proficiency with ultrasound equipment and computer systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain accurate records.

Global Diagnostic Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.