Ultrasound Technologist III - Hospital

Shannon Medical Center; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Shannon Medical Center in Texas is seeking a licensed Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams under the supervision of an interpreting physician. The role requires graduating from an accredited program, ARRT/ARDMS registration in at least two specialties, BLS, and a Texas driver’s license.

One year of clinical experience is preferred. You will operate ultrasound equipment, position patients, and prepare images for interpretation, with documentation completed for physician

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Ultrasound Technologist program.
• Current ARRT(S) or ARDMS registration in Sonography.
• ARDMS specialty registered in at least two areas: AB, Vascular, BR, OB/GYN, or PS.
• BLS certification, Texas Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provides ultrasound diagnostic services under physician supervision.
• Positions patient and prepares for exam.
• Operates ultrasound equipment and records images.
• Processes results and documents for interpretation.

Skills

Specialty competency

One year experience

Education

Graduate from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

ARRT(S) or ARDMS registration in Sonography

ARDMS specialties in AB, Vascular, BR, OB/GYN, or PS (two or more)

BLS Certification

Texas Driver’s License

Job description

Provides diagnostic medical sonography services that are consistent with clinical education and training in accordance with facility policies, procedures, and professional standards. Individuals will demonstrate clinical competencies to perform Ultrasound procedures ranging in age from infant to geriatric under the interpreting physician’s supervision.

Prepares and positions patient for ultrasound exam. Operates ultrasound equipment to produce and record images according to physician’s directive. Processes results and completes documentation for interpretation by physician.

• Graduate from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or Ultrasound Technologist Program

Experience:

• Required
  • Demonstrates competency in one major specialty area recognized by the ARDM, ARRT, CCI, or other accrediting body and performs exams at a proficient skill level (i.e. General, OB/GYN, Vascular, Breast)
• Preferred
  • One year of relevant clinical experience

Certification/Licensure:

• Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Current, Valid Texas Driver’s License
  • Currently registered by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Sonography ARRT(S) or The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
  • ARDMS specialty registered in at least two of the following:
    • Abdominal (AB)
    • Vascular
    • Breast (BR)
    • Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN)
    • Pediatric Sonography (PS)
• Preferred
  • Additional ARDMS specialty registries*

*Certification pay may be applied for up to two additional registries when the employee routine and consistently performs exams in a department that benefits from the increased skill set and knowledge base. Relevancy of certifications and applicability of certification pay subject to approval by the Administrative Director of Radiology.