Ultrasound Technologist

Job Summary

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 physicians 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.

Education

Education Type

Program of Study

Required/Preferred

High School Diploma

N/A

Required*

Graduate from an approved School

Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or Ultrasound Technician Program

Preferred

Experience

Documentation of competency must be in education file for achievement of position; annual review of maintaining position will be performed by manager.

Competency

Required/Preferred

Pathway 1: Demonstrates competency in 1 major specialty area recognized by the ARDMS, ARRT, CCI, or other accrediting body and performs exams at a proficient skill level (i.e. General, OB/GYN, Vascular, Breast); Or,

Required*

Pathway 2: Able to participate in a 12 month competency training program as dictated by the accrediting agencies.

Required*

*Successful completion of one (1) of the competencies listed above is REQUIRED.

Certification & Licensures

Ultrasound Tech I (Pathway 1)

Type

Required/Preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Required,

within 90 days of start date

Current, Valid Texas Driver's License

Required

Certification from The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) (S) OR American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Required, within 12 months of position start date

OR

Ultrasound Tech I (Pathway 2)

Type

Required/Preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Required,

within 90 days of start date

Current, Valid Texas Driver's License

Required

Certification from The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) (S) OR American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Required, within 12 months after post-completion of yearlong (12 month) training