Ultrasound Technician

Shriners Children’s Hospital; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Shriners Hospitals for Children in Lexington, KY is seeking a part-time Ultrasound/ Diagnostic Technologist to perform pediatric ultrasound exams and assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment. This role requires technical proficiency, patient-centered care, and adherence to radiation safety protocols.

The position emphasizes accurate exam performance, collaboration with imaging staff, and maintaining imaging files for timely interpretation and reporting.

Qualifications

• ARDMS certification required.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain within three months of hire.
• Two years of related ultrasound work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations to aid physicians in diagnosis and treatment.
• Maintains quality assessment practices to ensure patient safety and quality care.
• Interprets requests and operates ultrasound equipment per physician orders.

Skills

ARDMS certification

CPR certification

Ultrasound experience

Job description

## Ultrasound TechnicianApply: On-Site: Lexington, KY: Part time: Posted Today: JR101664**Company Overview** Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations. **CURRENT EMPLOYEES**: Please log into Workday Click Here to apply internally through the \"Jobs Hub\" **Job Description** **Job Summary** The Ultrasound/Diagnostic Technologist at Shriners Hospitals for Children performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations and various other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric orthopedic and burn conditions. This role requires technical expertise, patient-centered care, and adherence to radiation safety protocols. **Key Responsibilities*** Maintains and monitors quality assessment practices and procedures to ensure appropriate and proper patient care* Performs other operational functions, in support of assigned department to ensure quality services* Accurately interprets oral and written requests stated in radiologic and medical terms* Notifies imaging Manager of equipment malfunction and obtains necessary repairs.* Assesses patients needs prior to performance of examination.* Consistent review of prior imaging studies before starting an imaging exam.* Directs questions, regarding appropriateness of an ultrasound request to the Imaging Manager, Radiologist or staff physician.* Operates and performs ultrasound exams independently according to physician’s orders* Assists in maintaining imaging files to ensure easy irretrievability in a timely manner.* Assists in the preparation of images for interpretation and imaging reports for image file jackets.* Assists in the copy request for Shriners Hospital images and images received from outside medical facilities.* Monitors assigned quality assessment activities and recording of data in the designated binder as assigned.**Required Qualifications*** American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)* CPR certification or the ability to complete within three months of hire* Two years related Ultrasound work experience**Preferred Qualifications*** Pediatric ExperienceCompensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.