Ultrasound Technologist PRN
Baylor Scott & White Health·Burnet County, Texas
Baylor Scott & White Health·Burnet County, Texas
The Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures in ambulatory and/or hospital settings as requested by a physician, ensuring high-quality imaging according to established protocols and standards. Responsibilities include patient preparation, equipment operation, adherence to safety and infection control policies, and maintaining accurate medical imaging records.
Essential functions of the role essential function of the job
Performs high quality ultrasound procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam.
Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
Protects patients and team members by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.
Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards.
Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment.
Reports issues to management or appropriate department.
Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.
Ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies and procedures, etc.
Imaging team members are expected to adhere to policies, procedures and workflows. These system workflows include, but are not limited to PACS, EMR, image exchange systems, modality worklist integrity, record management, and BioMed services.
Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.
Able to perform high quality ultrasound procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
Able to provide services timely, accurately, and cost-efficiently in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
Able to perform tasks independently without need for routine oversight.
Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.
Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.
Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required.
Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.
Able to serve as trainer by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
Able to take call, if required.
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EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - ARRT-BS Breast Sonography (ARRT-BS), ARRT-S Sonography (ARRT-S), Musculoskeletal Sonography (MSK), Reg Diag Med Sono-Abdomen (AB) (RDMS-AB), Reg Diag Med Sono-Breast (BR) (RDMS-BR), Reg Diag Med Sono-OB/GYN (OB) (RDMS-OB), Registered Vascular Sonographe (RVS), Registered Vascular Tech (RVT): Registered in one of the following: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers ARDMS (OB/GYN) or (AB) or (BR) or (MSK) or (RVT) OR American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT(S) or (BS) OR the Cardio Credentialing Intl. CCI (RVS).
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent and maintain current registration with ARDMS, ARRT(S) or (BS), or CCI (RVS) in relevant sonography specialties. Key success factors involve performing timely, high-quality procedures independently, effectively communicating with patients, and maintaining knowledge appropriate for all age groups, including geriatric patients.
Market context
Texas allied-health employers often look for CT technologists with current ARRT registration, Texas Medical Board CMRT, AHA BLS, and prior CT experience, so demand tends to favor candidates who already meet core credentialing requirements. These roles are competitive because employers need clinicians who can work independently, maintain imaging quality, and keep pace with patient volume. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm your credentials, then verify any state-specific licensing details before applying.