Ultrasound Tech
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Brenham
Posted on: May 9, 2025
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Job Description:
Facility: Baylor Scott and White Hospital- Brenham, TX
Department; Ultrasound Status: PRN Schedule: Variable shifts JOB
SUMMARY The Ultrasound Technologist, under general supervision of a
Radiologist or physician, performs ultrasound procedures, performs
ultrasound procedures in ambulatory and/or hospital environment as
requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the
diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established
protocols. 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. Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to:
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. KEY SUCCESS
FACTORS 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. BENEFITS Our
competitive benefits package includes the following - Immediate
eligibility for health and welfare benefits - 401(k) savings plan
with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% - Tuition Reimbursement - PTO
accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position
type and/or level QUALIFICATIONS 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). Employment Type: Full Time
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, College Station , Ultrasound Tech, Other , Brenham, Texas
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