Ultrasound Technologist I - PRN

MedStar Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 49,593 - 89,544; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a PRN Ultrasound Technologist I to perform routine and specialized sonographic procedures under general supervision. The role supports a major health system in the Baltimore-Washington area, offering opportunities for clinical growth and patient care excellence.

The position requires graduation from an accredited ultrasound program and registry eligibility in ARDMS, with a preferred Associate’s degree.

Qualifications

• Must be registry eligible in ARDMS; RDMS/AB, OB/GYN, PS, BR or RVT within 1 year of hire.
• Physics registry completed upon hire.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound exams for patients of all ages, ensuring accurate imaging and proper technique.
• Educate and prepare patients, obtain histories, document exams, and coordinate care with providers and families.
• Maintain infection prevention standards, disinfect probes, assist with sterile procedures, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor ultrasound equipment and room supplies, perform quality control, and report issues.
• Support quality improvement, education of staff/students, and timely image documentation and transfer to PACS.

Skills

Patient care

Ultrasound procedures

Infection control

Education

Accredited Ultrasound program

Associate's degree in health sciences or related field

Job description

About the Job

MedStar Health is looking for a PRN Ultrasound Technologist I. Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized sonographic procedures.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses".

Primary Duties

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound exams for patients of all ages, ensuring accurate imaging, proper equipment selection, patient identification, and adherence to scanning protocols.
• Provide exceptional patient care by educating and preparing patients for procedures, obtaining medical histories, documenting exams, and coordinating care with providers, patients, and families.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant clinical environment by following infection prevention standards, performing probe disinfection, assisting with sterile procedures, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and maintain ultrasound equipment and exam room supplies, perform quality control, report equipment issues, and support efficient departmental operations.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, support staff and student education, uphold professional and ethical standards, and ensure timely image documentation and transfer to PACS for interpretation.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Ultrasound program registry eligible (Required)
• Associate's degree in health sciences or related field (Preferred)
• Prior Work Experience not required

Licenses/Certifications

• ARDMS- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS or AART (S) Certification within 1 Year of hire. Physics registry completed upon hire(Required)
• Required upon hire for ACR accredited sites (MSMH, MSMHC, MGSH (BR),MMMC, MGUH, MWHC): American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS): RDMS(AB), (OB/GYN), (PS), (BR) or RVT(VT).Upon Hire (Required)
• BLS- Basic Life Support Certification upon hire(Required)

This position has a hiring range of

USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.