Ultrasound Technologist II

UNC Health Care; Glenn Brook (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Care in North Carolina is seeking an Ultrasound Imaging Technologist to join our team of 56,000+ teammates. The role performs ultrasound procedures, prepares patients, and ensures safe, effective use of equipment to support high-quality diagnostic imaging and patient care.

Requirements include an Associate degree or equivalent, ARDMS registration, five years in clinical imaging with at least three in ultrasound, and proficiency with PACS.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent required.
• Five (5) years of experience in clinical imaging, with at least three (3) years in ultrasound/sonography.
• ARDMS registration as an Ultrasound/Sonography technologist required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sonography/ultrasound screenings with attention to safe equipment operation and high-quality imaging.
• Read and interpret imaging orders; consult radiologist if clarification is needed.
• Interview patients to assess risk factors and prior history relevant to examination safety.
• Select scanning protocols and imaging parameters using anatomy knowledge and imaging capabilities.
• Guide patients through examinations, addressing anxiety and ensuring clear communication.
• Precept entry-level staff and coordinate with colleagues on daily workflow.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

PACS

Job description

Overview

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Using ultrasound/sonography equipment and standards, the Ultrasound Imaging Technologist prepares and performs procedures and tests used to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data. By interviewing and preparing patients with in-depth understanding of the equipment and procedures, this role ensures effective, safe use of this equipment and drives optimal care outcomes. As an experienced imaging technologist, this team member will work under minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment in the performance of their role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sonography/ultrasound screening, ensuring both safe function of equipment and pursuing best quality imaging from the procedure.
• Read and comprehend imaging orders, engaging with radiologist when order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review.
• Interview patients to understand risk factors and prior medical history components that may warrant a more in-depth examination for safety.
• Select appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using extensive knowledge of human anatomy, pathology, and the capabilities/limitations of both hardware and specific imaging sequences.
• Guide patients, some distressed, through their examination, applying subject matter expertise and cultural competency to explain the exam, setting expectations and calming patients for effective imaging.
• Precept entry‑level staff and orient new colleagues as assigned. Collaborate to plan the workday and patient flow with colleagues.

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five (5) years of experience working in a clinical imaging role, three (3) years of which must be specifically in ultrasound/sonography.
• Registration as an Ultrasound/Sonography technologist from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
• Good understanding of human anatomy – can be established through education or experience.
• Experience reading and interpreting complex radiology orders.
• Experience working with a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).

Preferred:

• Additional continuing education registration in sonography specializations such as a vascular technologist (RVT) as administered by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.