Ultrasound Technologist | Float; Varied Shift

Position Description & Requirements

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive total rewards
• True work-life balance in an outpatient setting—no on-call shifts or overnights
• Consistent RP standards with local leadership and support
• Opportunities for modality cross‑training and professional growth
• A fun, team-first culture at ARA —collaborative, supportive, and grounded in safety and trust
• Perform and maintain monthly quality control on ultrasound system as required by credentialing organizations
• Performs ultrasound procedures as prescribed by a physician. Follows established techniques and methods in operating equipment and processing images. Ensures technical quality of images and exercises judgment in processing assigned work load.
• Assists the radiologist in performing image-guided diagnostic and invasive procedures (e.g., paracentesis, thoracentesis, and hysterosonograms).
• Prepares patients for ultrasound procedures. In doing so, escorts patients to dressing and ultrasound rooms, provides verbal and written instructions and positions patients for the proper view of the affected area. Selects transducer, and makes equipment adjustments according to the nature of test, depth of field and other specifications of test. Ensures safety procedures and universal precautions are used at all times.
• Assesses the patient’s previous exams/reports to include loading or digitizing outside studies, if available/applicable, prior to performing the ultrasound procedure. Reviews the referral form for each procedure and ensures accuracy of the referral in the system; accurately communicates the referral to the radiologist. For certain procedures, may administer medication as prescribed by a physician.
• Knowledge of ultrasound technology principles and procedures, normally acquired through completion of ultrasound technology training program
• Knowledge and work experience necessary in order to independently conduct routine and specialized radiologic tests, to assist physicians with special techniques or procedures, and to become familiar with physician and department work methods and facility policies and procedures
• Analytical skills necessary in order to conduct routine ultrasound tests and review results for accuracy and quality, to verify patient information, to complete material for medical record, and to monitor supply levels
• Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) recognized by the American Heart Association
• Current registry by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) (or must be registry-eligible and obtain registry within one year of employment in technologist position)
• Health and wellness coverage options
• 401(k) with employer offerings
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Incentive and productivity programs (where eligible)
• Family planning and telehealth benefits
• (All benefits subject to eligibility requirements.)