Ultrasound Technologist I

Baylor College of Medicine; Texas; On-site; USD 63,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX, is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist I for the Scott Department of Urology. The technologist operates ultrasound-imaging equipment to transmit high frequency sound waves through the body and capture diagnostic images. This position is located at the McNair Campus and follows a Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

schedule. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, one year of relevant experience, and ARDMS registration; new hires must

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of relevant ultrasound experience preferred.
• ARDMS registration; if not yet registered, register within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operates ultrasound-imaging equipment to transmit high-frequency sound waves.
• Monitors examinations by viewing images to ensure image quality and adjust equipment as needed.
• Reviews images and writes reports for physicians.
• Records and stores exams and maintains medical records.
• Observes and cares for patients to ensure safety and comfort during examinations.
• Assists physicians in invasive procedures by guiding with ultrasound and performing a preliminary scan.
• Prepares examination reports to aid patient monitoring.
• Orders and maintains supplies and equipment.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

ARDMS registration

Job description

Location: Texas Medical Center, Houston, TX

Salary Range: $63,052 to $74,178

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summary

Scott Department of Urology is seeking a qualified candidate to fill an Ultrasound Technologist I position. The technologist is responsible for operating the ultrasound-imaging equipment that transmits high frequency sound waves through the body.

This position is located at our McNair Campus.

Job Duties

• Operates ultrasound-imaging equipment that transmits high frequency sound waves through the body.
• Monitors examination by viewing images on video screen to evaluate quality and consistency of diagnostic images and make adjustments to the equipment as needed.
• Reviews images and writes reports.
• Records and stores suitable images.
• Observes and cares for patients throughout examinations to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Assists physicians in performing invasive procedures by guiding them with ultrasound and performing a preliminary scan.
• Prepares examination reports for physicians to aid in the monitoring of patients.
• Orders and maintains supplies and equipment.
• Maintains medical record files.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of relevant experience.
• Registration as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). New employees who are not currently registered, must register within six months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Biopsy experience.

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.