Ultrasound Technologist III

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 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.

Education

Education Type

Program of Study

Required/Preferred

High School Diploma

N/A

Required*

Graduate from an accredited School

Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or Ultrasound Technologist Program

Preferred*

Experience

Number of Years

Type of Experience

Required/Preferred

1 year

Clinical

Preferred

Demonstrates Competency

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)

Required

Certification & Licensures

Certification/Licensure Type

Required/Preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Required

Current, Valid Texas Driver’s License

Required

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Sonography ARRT(S)

-or-

The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

and Registered in two of the following:

Abdominal

Vascular

Breast

OBGYN

Required