Ultrasound Technologist - Ultrasound
Company: Shannon Health
Location: Veribest
Posted on: January 10, 2026
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Job Description:
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. Physical Requirements The ability to perform the duties
and responsibility of the position, with or without reasonable
accommodations for disabilities. The ability to consistently lift,
push or pull loads of up to fifty (50) pounds. (Unless nursing 50)
Sufficient strength, mobility and stamina to make frequent location
and position changes, assist with patient care, and perform other
physical activities of average difficulty. Candidates whose
disabilities make them unable to meet the requirements will still
be considered fully qualified if they can perform the essential
functions of the job with reasonable accommodations. May be exposed
to infectious or contagious disease. May have to handle emergency
situations. May be subject to irregular hours. May be required to
wear protective equipment such as eye protection, face protection,
masks, sterile/nonsterile gloves, isolation gowns. May be exposed
to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents. Physical activities include
continuous sitting, and occasional walking, standing, bending,
squatting, climbing, kneeling and twisting. Activity Conditions
(Occasionally, Frequently, Continuously): Sitting- Frequently
Walking- Frequently Standing- Frequently Bending-Occasionally
Squatting - Occasionally Climbing-Occasionally
Kneeling-Occasionally Twisting-Occasionally Visual and Hearing
Requirements Must be able to see with corrective eye wear. Must be
able to hear clearly with assistance. Working Conditions Primarily
Works in a well-lighted and air-conditioned environment with period
of heavy workload and stress. Works in various conditions.
Performance: Essential Functions Decision Making: Ability to make
decisions and takes appropriate action based on the information
they have. Recognizes own limitations and consults with the
supervisor, manager, or team member when appropriate. Time
Management: Works efficiently and manages duties to ensure that
tasks are completed with accuracy and within the scheduled shift or
reasonable amount of time. Quality & Quantity: Demonstrates
accurate, knowledge and skill to carry out job duties. Follows
departmental work policies and procedures. Speed and consistency of
output and time utilization of job duties. Computer Knowledge &
Electronic Equipment Use: Demonstrates ability to consistently
utilize electronic equipment and online computer programs to
perform job duties, including electronic documentation, and order
entry. Resource Utilization: Consistently utilizes and maintains
supplies and equipment to minimize lost charges and unnecessary
equipment repair-replacement. Confidentiality: Adheres to
established policies on privacy and security requirements for
compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability
Act (HIPAA), as applicable by Shannon Policy. Responsibilities
Supervises the Following Positions Positions: N/A Performance:
Position Specific Essential Functions 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. 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 employees 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. 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 in a timely, accurate, and
cost-efficient manner 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 preceptor by providing quality training
to new team members and on new services and initiatives. Able to
take call, if required. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education Required High School Diploma, GED, or
equivalent Preferred Graduate from an accredited Diagnostic Medical
Sonography program or Ultrasound Technician Program Experience:
Required Demonstrates competency in one 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) Preferred One year of Clinical experience
Certification/Licensure: Required Basic Life Support (BLS)
Certification Current, Valid Texas Driver's License The American
Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Registered in
one of the following: Abdominal Vascular Breast OB/GYN OR
Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI Registered Vascular
Specialist (RVS)
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