Ultrasound Sonographer, Inpatient, 10K Bonus

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking an Ultrasound Sonographer to perform comprehensive imaging exams under physician supervision. The role emphasizes quality imaging, patient interaction, and adherence to accreditation standards.

Candidates should have an Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or equivalent; ARDMS and RVT/RVS certifications are required, with RVT obtainable within six months if not already held. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education Associate's Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonography or graduate of an Accredited Sonography Program.
• Licenses and Certifications: ARDMS, RVT/RVS, and BLS per AHA/ARC; RVT must be obtained within 6 months if not yet held.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a clean, well-organized work area and ensures equipment readiness.
• Verifies patient identity, communicates with patients, and assesses history for exams.
• Performs grayscale, color, and duplex ultrasound studies (carotid, extremities, abdominal, OB/GYN) and ensures image quality.
• Assists physicians, participates in QA/QC, and supports accreditation processes.
• Trains students/residents and participates in departmental meetings; adheres to policies and safety guidelines.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

ARDMS Certification

RVT/RVS Certifications

BLS Certification

Education

Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Job Summary

Works under minimal supervision with the physicians to perform ultrasound imaging exams, exam protocols, accreditation, operations, and facilitation of equipment maintenance.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Ultrasound Sonographer, $10K Sign On Bonus

Required

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Education Associate's Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Graduate of an Accredited Sonography Program
• Licenses and Certifications (ARDMS) AMER REGIS DIAG MED SONO American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography and (RVT) REGISTERED VASCULAR TECH Registered Vascular Technologist or (RVS) REGISTERED VASCULAR SPECIALIST Registered Vascular Specialist and (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) by first day of employment In the event that a sonographer is hired without RVT or RVS certification, they must obtain RVT certification within six (6) months of their hire date. Failure to meet this requirement within the specified timeframe may result in separation from employment.

Preferred

• Education Bachelor's Degree
• Experience 2 years Experience in ultrasound

Shift

Thurs-Sat, 7PM-7:30AM, w/call

Job Duties

• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition and ensures that it is properly supplied for procedures. Demonstrates conscious effort to be good stewards of hospital resources to ensure facility financial goals are met. Checks equipment and accessories to ensure proper working order and notifies appropriate personnel for repairs. Responds to inquiries/calls regarding procedures in a timely manner. Communicates problems on shift with equipment or pending exams with appropriate staff. Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads. Participates in a learning experience with new employees and students. Performs quality control on assigned equipment and reports issues timely. Attends departmental and facility meetings/classes. Completes required courses/modules on time. Performs pertinent duties in the best interest of patients, personnel and the facility as assigned. Adheres to departmental time, attendance and tardiness guidelines. Wears employee ID and follows dress code policy. As appropriate, may assume supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the designated supervisor. Participates in all regulatory compliance activities.
• Patient Interaction: Verifies the patient's identification using two patient identifier as outlined in the hospital policies. Communicates with patients clearly and in a professional manner. Ensures proper patient preparation, verifies screening protocols, and answers questions. Evaluates patient's history and symptoms for the procedures clinical criteria. Instructs/communicates with patient and/or patients family (as appropriate) regarding the tests to be performed and assesses the patients ability to tolerate exam. Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge, continued education and skills to provide appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.
• Exam Performance: Performs grayscale, color, and duplex imaging exams to include carotid, extremity venous and arterial studies, abdominal Doppler, small parts, OB/GYN, general abdominal/body or other exams as assigned. Performs non-invasive imaging evaluation of arteries and veins by Doppler and plethysmographic techniques. Verifies the requisition/chart for valid written order, priority date, ordering comments, physician's notes, precautions and patient consent forms. Performs high quality US examinations according to exam protocol in a timely manner. Assists the physician as needed in performing additional imaging or biopsy procedures. Ensures that images and records are properly completed with patient identification data and appropriate labeling. Utilizes technical knowledge and skills to perform exams accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with age specific criteria. Completes exam charges and image documentation and ensures all images are stored in PACS and appropriately communicated to radiologist or advanced practice sonographer in a timely manner. Administers contrast material as appropriate, observes patients for adverse reactions.
• Job Performance May Include: Monitors and trains students and residents in all areas of current competencies. Assists in the orientation and training of new staff. Participates in the modality specific QA/QC program and ensures compliance with regulations. Participates in various accreditation processes as directed.
• Organizes and participates in conferences, seminars, and technical meetings.
• Arranges for maintenance and repair of equipment following maintenance contract to eliminate or decrease down time of equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Work requires ability to exercise modality expertise in applications, procedures, protocols, and training.
• Work requires ability to recognize artifacts/unusual or special problems unrelated to normal scanning routines.
• Work requires ability to respond to and interact with all stakeholders with the PACT standards.
• Work requires ability to devise creative alternatives and suggestions to workflow constraints.
• Work requires ability to build high functioning teams that work in tandem within interdepartmental modalities.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Working Conditions

• Clinical Setting
• Hospital Setting

Salary Information

Salary Is Commensurate With Education, Skills, And Relevant Experience.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Primary Location

Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations

5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Job

Allied Health

Organization

867211 - UH-Imaging - CUH US

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Posting

Oct 14, 2026, 9:35:24 PM