Travel Ultrasound Technologist

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Job summary

TTUHSC is seeking an Ultrasound Technician to perform two-dimensional ultrasound recordings of internal organs for diagnostic use. The role requires travel within the area to TDCJ sites, image processing, and close collaboration with physicians to deliver accurate information for patient care.

Requires an associate degree and RDMS registry eligibility. The position is full-time, on-site in Lubbock, TX, with hourly pay ranging from $35.00 to $45.00 and travel up to 75% of the time.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school in a medical or related field.
• License/Certification: Eligible for RDMS registry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures and complete safe, high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Travel within area to designated Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) sites to ensure Access to Care is met.
• Process and maintain images, medical records, and other reports.
• Use and maintenance of ultrasound equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic information.

Education

Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent

RDMS registry eligible

Job description

Introduction

TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job! Enjoy excellentbenefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as wechange the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof others by educating students, providing excellent patient care,and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative andsupportive community that empowers each individual to do their bestwork. Through our values-based culture , TTUHSC iscommitted to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with apositive culture that puts people first.

Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has served as a healthcare deliveryservice, providing high-quality, low cost healthcare to patientswithin the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We providemedical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes ourvalues-based culture in all we do.

The John Montford Unit in Lubbock, TX is an accredited regionalmedical and mental health facility, within the TTUHSC Managed Caresystem which specializes in providing access to a comprehensivearray of medical, psychiatric, and ancillary healthcare services. Amultidisciplinary team of 200+ healthcare professionals connecttheir passion with their work to support more than 55,000 patientencounters annually to ensure TTUHSC, a nationally recognizedleader in correctional health care, delivers on its mission ofproviding access to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. Get aninside look at the Montford Unit and watch a quick video about ourmission HERE.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visapetitions in accordance with the directive issued by GovernorAbbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required.On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsoreligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employerpetitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the$100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description

This position produces two dimensional ultrasonic recordings ofinternal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease andstudy of malfunction of organs. Work is performed under usualclinic and office conditions. The noise level in the workenvironment is usually moderate. Requires a high degree of contactwith patients and physicians.

Major/Essential Functions

• Responsible for preparing patients for procedures andcompletion of safe, high-quality diagnostic ultrasoundexaminations, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout theprocedure.
• Travel within area to designated Texas Department of CriminalJustice (TDCJ) sites, to ensure Access to Care is met.
• Processing and maintenance of images, medical records, andother reports.
• Use and maintenance of equipment.
• The Ultrasound Technician will collaborate closely withphysicians and other healthcare professionals to provide accuratediagnostic information for patient care.

Occasional Duties

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Education: A minimum of an Associate's degree (A.A.) orequivalent from two-year college or technical school in a medicalor related field.
• License/Certification: Eligible for RDMS registry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Has successfully completed an accredited course for thenational and/ or state registry or has successfully gainedlicensure / certification eligibility through experience.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or RegisteredDiagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) registration is required forperforming general ultrasound.

Required Attachments

Professional License or Certification, Resume / CV

Optional Attachments

Professional/Personal Reference

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our teammembers can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being.Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options –Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members byproviding opportunities for personal and professional growth,including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, andhealth and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a varietyof other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms andgolf courses, access to state-of-the- art software and facilities,and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Pay Grade Minimum

$35.00 hourly

Pay Grade Maximum

$45.00 hourly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Grant Funded?

No

Travel Required

Up to 75%

Shift

Day

Air Force Specialty Code

4R0X1

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code

68P

Navy Enlisted Classification Code

HM

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act websiteat https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.