Diagnostic Ultrasound Tech - Angleton Breast Imaging (up to 19 hrs/wk)

This is an open-pooled position. Applicants' education/experience will be considered and the position may be filled at a lower or higher level, as appropriate.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Days, up to 19.99 hours per week with no benefits.

Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist I

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates of Applied Science
• Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited ultrasound program
• 0+ years of experience

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

• American Heart Association (BLS)
• Any one of the following credentials:
  • American Registry for Radiology Technologist (ARRT-VS)
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (RDMS- OB/GYN)
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (RDMS- AB)
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (RDMS-RVT)
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (RDMS-PS)
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (RDMS-MSKS)
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (RDMS- BR)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Breast registry or registry eligible.

JOB DESCRIPTION 

The Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist I position works independently to complete a variety of routine diagnostic ultrasound procedures to include common and special ultrasound exams of moderate complexity.  This position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special ultrasound procedures. The Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to ultrasound exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.

Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist II

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates of Applied Science
• Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited ultrasound program
• 3+ years of experience

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

• American Heart Association (BLS)
• Any two of the following credentials:
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (RDMS- AB)
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (RDMS-MSKS)
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (RDMS- OB/GYN)
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (RDMS-PS)
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (RDMS- BR)
  • American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (RDMS-RVT)
  • American Registry for Radiology Technologist (ARRT-VS)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Breast registry or registry eligible.

JOB DESCRIPTION 

The Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist II position is an experienced technologist who completes a variety of routine to complex diagnostic ultrasound procedures to include common and special ultrasound exams of high difficulty. This position is a member of the direct patient care team and is fully competent in all aspects of ultrasound exams.  The Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist II position serves as a mentor and trainer to the Ultrasound Technologist I and students. This position works independently by exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures. The Diagnostic Ultrasound Technologist II position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special ultrasound procedures. This position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to ultrasound exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations. 
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
• Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging / difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations.  Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical skills.
• Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
• Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing workflow and actively participating in problem-solving.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.