Ultrasound Technologist II

UNC Health; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking an Ultrasound Imaging Technologist to perform diagnostic sonography procedures, interview patients, and ensure safe, high-quality imaging. The role requires ARDMS certification and substantial ultrasound experience, with oversight of exam protocols and collaboration with radiology staff.

The position supports an onsite, per diem work arrangement with the Mammography department, emphasizing patient safety and efficient workflow in a clinical imaging setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required.
• 5 years of clinical imaging experience, including at least 3 years in ultrasound/sonography.
• ARDMS registration required.
• Strong understanding of human anatomy from education or experience.
• Experience reading and interpreting complex radiology orders.
• Experience with a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).

Responsibilities

• Conduct sonography/ultrasound screening with safe, high-quality imaging.
• Read imaging orders and consult radiologist when needed.
• Interview patients to assess risk factors and medical history relevant to the exam.
• Select scanning protocols and imaging parameters based on anatomy and sequences.
• Guide patients through exams, explaining the process and calming them as needed.
• Precept entry-level staff and collaborate on patient flow and workload planning.

Skills

Ultrasound experience

PACS experience

Orders interpretation

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Associate degree

Tools

ARDMS

Job description

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.

Summary

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 an 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 the safe function of equipment and pursuing the best quality imaging from the procedure.
• Reads and comprehends imaging order, engaging with radiologist when the order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review.
• Interviews patients to understand risk factors and prior medical history components that may warrant a more in‑depth examination for safety.
• Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using extensive knowledge of human anatomy, pathology and the capabilities / limitations of both hardware and specific imaging sequences.
• Guides patients, some distressed, through their examination, applying subject matter expertise and cultural competency to explain the exam, sets expectations and calms patient for effective imaging.
• Precepts entry‑level staff and orients new colleagues as assigned. Collaborates to plan the workday and patient flow with colleagues.

Qualifications

• 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).

Job Details

Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC
Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: Mammography
Work Type: Per Diem
Standard Hours Per Week: 8.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job

EEO Statement

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.