Ultrasound Technologist — Advanced Imaging Specialist

Texas Health Resources; Texas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

Medical

Dental

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Job summary

Texas Health Resources in the Fort Worth area is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist for the Texas Health Southwest campus. This full-time role supports Radiology Ultrasound Services, with a 36-hour schedule Mon–Thu 3p–midnight.

The successful candidate will perform ultrasound examinations, explain procedures to patients, operate equipment and assist radiologists. Required qualifications include a High School Diploma, AMA ultrasound program, and ARRT/ARDMS certifications; BCLS is mandatory,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of AMA approved/accredited Ultrasound Program (preferred).
• Associate Degree (preferred).
• 2 years clinical experience in hospital radiology setting (preferred).
• BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care (required).
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Sonography (required) OR ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic and Medical Sonographers (required), must have 2 certifications upon hire AND
• Other RVT or VT(RVS) as one modality if performing vascular sonography (required)

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures to patient or guardian/family member prior to and during exam.
• Image correct anatomical area of interest and pathology according to department protocols.
• Perform complex procedures including age-related criteria and developmental considerations.
• Assist radiologist with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique.
• Correctly send and transfer images to PACS.
• Work with staff to ensure laser images from modality or PACS are printed as needed.
• Operate, care for and maintain equipment.
• Prepare room for examination (i.e. suction, oxygen, supplies).
• Handle patients with IVs, oxygen, chest tubes or other devices, and monitor patient during imaging.

Education

AMA approved Ultrasound Program

Associate Degree

ARRT Sonography Certification

ARDMS Certification

Other RVT or VT(RVS) modality

Job description

Texas Health Resources in the Fort Worth area is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist for the Texas Health Southwest campus. This full-time role supports Radiology Ultrasound Services, with a 36-hour schedule Mon–Thu 3p–midnight.

The successful candidate will perform ultrasound examinations, explain procedures to patients, operate equipment and assist radiologists. Required qualifications include a High School Diploma, AMA ultrasound program, and ARRT/ARDMS certifications; BCLS is mandatory,