ULTRASONOGRAPHER III - PRN

Watson Clinic; Lakeland, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Clinic seeks an experienced ultrasound technologist to perform diagnostic imaging across multiple specialties, ensuring high-quality scans and strict adherence to safety standards. The role requires ARDMS/ARRT certification and a strong commitment to patient care and accuracy.

Responsibilities include adhering to ALARA, maintaining equipment quality control, and serving as a resource to physicians. Candidates with ARRT/ARDMS credentials in three specialties and CPR certification are

Qualifications

• Certified through ARRT OR ARDMS with ARDMS registry in at least 3 specialties.
• CPR certification within 3 months of employment.
• 6 years (12,480 hours) of continuous ultrasound experience within the last 7 years, with no more than 1 year gap.
• Experience in Musculoskeletal, Abdominal, Vascular, Pediatric, and OB/GYN is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of ultrasound equipment and current developments.
• Performs examinations according to policy and protocol, with proper quality control of equipment.
• Serves as a resource to physicians regarding ultrasound procedures.
• Acts as delegated agent of the physician, applying professional judgment.
• Adheres to ALARA principle: minimal output power and shortest scan time.
• Uses proper patient positioning and ergonomics to ensure data quality.

Skills

ALARA safety

Patient positioning

Quality control

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

ARDMS / ARRT certification

CPR certification

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Ultrasound equipment operation

Duplex scanning

Job description

Description

Essential Functions

• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of the operation of all equipment and current developments relating to ultrasound imaging.
• Performs examinations according to policy and protocol. Maintains proper quality control of ultrasound equipment.
• Serves as a resource to the physician relating to ultrasound procedures.
• Functions as a delegated agent of the physician and practices under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Use independent, professional, ethical judgment, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic medical procedures.
• A fundamental approach to the safe use of diagnostic medical ultrasound is to apply elements of the AS Low As Reasonably Achievable ("ALARA") Principle including lowest output power and shortest scan time consistent with acquiring the required diagnostic information.
• Uses proper patient positioning, tools, devices, equipment adjustment, and ergonomically correct scanning techniques to promote patient comfort and prevent compromised data acquisition or musculoskeletal injury to the diagnostic medical sonographer.
• Must have applicable RDMS/ARRT(S) registry in three (3) or more specialties. Must demonstrate competency and perform any of the five (5) specialty routinely.
• Specialties:
• AB - Abdomen
• OBGYN - Obstetrics and Gynecology
• PS - Pediatric Sonography
• VT - Vascular Technology
• MSK - Musculoskeletal

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

Certified through ARRT OR ARDMS. High School or GED. CPR certification within 3 months of employment. Must have equivalent of 6 years (12,480 hours) continuous ultrasound experience (education program -does not count) with no more than 1 year break in experience within the last 7 years. At least 3 years of experience in ALL 5 specialties. Relevant specialties at Watson Clinic include Musculoskeletal, Abdominal, Vascular Sonography, Pediatric Sonography, and Obstetrics/Gynecology. Basic knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures involved with the operation of ultrasound equipment use; human anatomy and proper positioning of patients to secure desired scans and images; methods used in processing images. Ability to administer first aid in emergency medical situations (CPR).

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

ARDMS registered, possess the ability to do duplex scanning, one year of experience in ob, Gyn, or Abd. Must possess RVT registry to perform Vascular exams. Available to work at all locations. Available to work ALL schedules. No Correction Action Plans within a year. Able to proctor other less experienced sonographers. Able to work as an interim lead sonographer.