Registered Ultrasound Tech (PRN)

Urology Centers of Alabama; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Urology Centers of Alabama is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join our Birmingham, AL team at the Homewood Main Campus. You will perform ultrasound procedures across renal, scrotal, abdominal, pelvic, and prostate studies, supporting physicians and the patient care team.

You will explain procedures to patients, maintain equipment and the EMR documentation, and participate in ongoing education to ensure high-quality diagnostic imaging and patient safety in a fast-paced clinic setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or completion of an accredited program (CAAHEP‑accredited preferred).
• Current ARDMS certification is strongly preferred and often required.
• RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to perform high‑quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations while maintaining patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound procedures including renal, scrotal, abdominal, pelvic, penile doppler, and prostate volume studies.
• Assist physician with prostate ultrasounds, prostate biopsies, and fiducials for Radiation Therapy.
• Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment.
• Explain procedures to patients and be available to answer questions.
• Maintain exam room and supplies.
• Present images and preliminary findings to physicians and healthcare team.
• Interact with patient and family.
• Provide education to patient and family.
• Collaborate with physicians and other departments as part of the healthcare team.
• Report concerns to referring physician or supervisor.
• Document ultrasound results in the EMR.
• Maintain CME credits as applicable.

Skills

Clear communication

Explain procedures

Attention to detail

Social perceptiveness

Critical thinking

Active listening

Multitasking

Anatomy knowledge

Basic technical skills

Education

Associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

ARDMS certification

RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer)

BLS certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Homewood Main Campus - BIRMINGHAM, AL 35209

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performance of ultrasound procedures, including but not limited to, renal, scrotal, abdominal, pelvic, penile doppler, prostate volume studies, and other studies as requested
• Directly assist physician with prostate ultrasounds, prostate biopsies, and placement of fiducials for Radiation Therapy
• Use and maintenance of ultrasound equipment
• Explain ultrasound procedures to patients and be readily available to answer questions
• Maintain suite and supplies in procedure room(s)
• Present images and preliminary findings to physicians and the healthcare team
• Interact with patient and family
• Provide education to patient and family
• Work in conjunction with physicians and other departments as part of the healthcare team
• Communicate concerns immediately with referring physician and/or supervisor
• Chart required ultrasound results into the electronic medical record
• Maintain CME credits as applicable

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to explain procedures
• Focus and attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment
• Social perceptiveness
• Critical thinking
• Active listening and patient problem sensitivity
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Knowledge of internal organs of human anatomy
• Basic technical skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Capable of lifting 40 pounds
• Standing for long periods of time
• Able to work 8‑hour shifts Monday– Friday in a clinic setting

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or completion of an accredited sonography program (CAAHEP‑accredited preferred).
• Current certification through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) is strongly preferred and often required.
• RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to perform high‑quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations while maintaining patient safety and comfort.