Ultrasonographer, PRN, Days
About The Position
The Ultrasound team at Texas Health Frisco is seeking a Sonographer. This PRN role is based at 12400 N Dallas Parkway, Frisco, Texas 75033. Shifts are as needed on a rotating schedule that includes days and nights. The position also requires one on-call weekend approximately every 8–9 weeks and participation in the holiday schedule. The Radiology Department offers self-managed shifts with an energetic team focused on excellent patient care, supports work/life balance, and provides opportunities for educational and career growth. The Ultrasonographer explains procedures to patients or their guardians or family members before and during exams, obtains images of the correct anatomical areas and pathology according to department protocols, and performs complex procedures while considering age-related criteria and developmental needs. The role also involves adjusting ultrasound parameters for image quality, assisting radiologists with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique, and processing and manipulating images, evaluating image quality, troubleshooting, and suggesting differential diagnoses.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification before providing independent patient care, maintained quarterly.
- Upon hire, either ARRT Sonography and one additional modality, or ARDMS certification with two certifications.
- RVT or VT(RVS) as one modality if performing vascular sonography.
- Competency in scanning and equipment operation.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize.
Nice To Haves
- Graduation from an AMA-approved/accredited ultrasound program.
- Associate's degree.
- One year of experience in a hospital setting.
Responsibilities
- Explain procedures to patients or their guardians or family members, when applicable, before and during exams.
- Image the correct anatomical area of interest and pathology according to department protocols.
- Perform complex procedures, including applying age-related criteria and developmental considerations.
- Adjust ultrasound parameters appropriately to obtain quality images.
- Assist radiologists with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique.
- Process and manipulate images, analyze image quality, troubleshoot, and suggest differential diagnoses.
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Education Level
High school or GED
