Ultrasound Technologist PRN – Cleburne

Here’s What You Need

Education
H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Required
Other Graduate of an AMA approved / accredited Ultrasound Program Preferred
Associate’s Degree Preferred

Experience
1 Year experience in a hospital setting Preferred

Licenses and Certifications
BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Required And
ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Sonography Upon Hire Preferred And
ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Sonography 12 Months Required Or
ARDMS – American Registry for Diagnostic and Medical Sonographers Upon Hire Preferred And
ARDMS – American Registry for Diagnostic and Medical Sonographers 12 Months Required

Skills
Competency in scanning/equipment operation. Excellent Communication skills. Ability to multitask and prioritize

What You Will do

A Texas Health Ultrasound Technologist  is responsible for explaining procedures to patient or guardian/family member if applicable prior to and during exam, imaging correct anatomical area of interest and pathology according to department protocols, and performing complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations.

Imaging Procedures, Quality and Processing
. Explains procedures to patient or guardian / family member if applicable prior to and during exam. 
. Images correct anatomical area of interest and pathology according to department protocols.
. Performs complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations.
. Adjusts ultrasound parameters appropriately for quality images.
. Assists radiologist with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique. 
. Processes and manipulates images, analyzes image quality, troubleshoots, suggest differential diagnosis.
. Utilizes proper downtime procedures for PACS and HIS / RIS.
. Correctly sends and transfers images to PACS.
. Works in tandem with staff to ensure laser images from modality or PACS are printed as needed. 

Equipment Operation and Maintenance
. Adjusts technical parameters to optimize image. 
. Operates, cares for and maintains equipment.
. Applies proper knowledge of instrumentation, probe selection and cognitive sonographic skills. 
. Troubleshoots and properly documents equipment malfunction.
. Maintains equipment and room to sanitary standards. 
. Adheres to hospital standards for infection control for patient, equipment, and self.
. Stocks/maintains supplies and linen. 
. Demonstrates the knowledge and understanding of quality control and regulatory standards. 

Patient Care
. Prepares room for examination (i.e. suction, oxygen, supplies). 
. Checks physician orders and exam requisitions using time-out procedures.
. Greets and acknowledges patient, using two forms of ID. 
. Obtains patient history. 
. Handles patients with IVs, oxygen, chest tubes or other devices, and monitor patient during imaging.
. Demonstrates knowledge of emergency drugs and equipment. 
. Uses proper body mechanics when assisting patient.
. Processes patient information, displays proper phone etiquette and transports patients as needed. 

Professional Accountability and Partnership
. Maintains ARDMS, CME credits and CPR yearly or when applicable (ARRT and CMRT if applicable).
. Attends departmental continuing education, meetings, and checks email routinely.
. Identifies, troubleshoots and initiates quality improvement. 
. Manages time and re-prioritizes as necessary.
. Performs any assignment deemed necessary by supervisor
 

At Texas Health Cleburne we take seriously our mission to improve the health of those in our community. We are a 137-bed, full-service hospital that has served the Cleburne area since 1986. We provide exceptional care to the communities of Cleburne, Joshua, Godley, Keene, Grandview, Alvarado, Rio Vista and Glen Rose. If you’re looking for surgical services, women’s care, and orthopedics, we’ve got it. Plus we’re an accredited Chest Pain Center and provide outstanding gastroenterology. And talk about award winning. Texas Health Cleburne is a Joint Commission-accredited Top Performer for Quality Care and a designated Pathway to Excellence hospital as well as a Level IV Trauma Center. As part of the Texas Health family, we employ over 24,000 employees and are among the areas top five largest employers. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we continue to provide outstanding care and deliver award winning results. You belong here.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Ultrasound Technologist

• Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.
• Delivery of high-quality patient care
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Here are a few of our recent awards:

• 2025 Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® (11th consecutive year & highest among health care systems recognized.) 
• 2025 Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Texas™ list (Texas Health ranked #3 on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Texas™ list — the highest healthcare system and North Texas-based organization to receive this recognition. This is the eight year Texas Health has been ranked among best large companies in Texas.) 
• 2024 “20 Best Workplaces in Health Care” by Great Place to Work® and Fortune (10th consecutive year, 9th year in the top 3 and top spot in Texas)  

If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together!

Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org  

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