Ultrasound Tech | As-Needed (PRN) | Varied ShiftsPeterson Health

Who we are:

Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization located in Kerrville, Texas, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Recognized as one of the nation's Top 20 Rural and Community Hospitals and the only Texas hospital to earn this distinction, Peterson is also Magnet® designated for nursing excellence and has been named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare for six consecutive years. Together, these achievements reflect our commitment to exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care and a culture where team members thrive. 

Shift Information:
This position is PRN.

 What we offer:

Health Insurance

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated

Employee Education Scholarships

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility

What you will do:
Works under the supervision of the radiologists and management team to acquire diagnostic images for interpretation; assists with invasive procedures as requested.

Required Education:
Associates in Radiologic Science and/or Registry from ARDMS, ARRT, or CCI

Preferred Education:
Bachelors of Science

Required Technical Skills:
1. Excellent organizational, interpersonal relationship, decision making and patient care skills.
2. Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, positioning, techniques, and both radiation protection and safety.
3. Knowledge of ultrasound physics.
4. Knowledge of medical terminology.
5. Ability to determine correct probe utilization and placement for optimal imaging.
6. Ability to examine images for the purpose of evaluation of techniques, positions, and other related qualities.
7. Ability to position patient and adjust equipment to produce desired or optimum image of desired anatomy.
8. Skill in safe and efficient operation of imaging equipment.
9. Ability to deviate from normal techniques when necessary to develop new and better techniques to keep the department up to date.
10. Ability to determine proper protocols to achieve optimum diagnostic images with high degree of efficiency.

Required Licensure/Registration/Certification:
One of the following: ARRT, ARDMS, or CCI registered. Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer. Must have Adult Echo and Vascular certifications.  Must have BLS CPR.

Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification:
Multiple modality registry in abdomen, OB,  and breast

Required Experience:
One year experience as a ultrasound technologist

Preferred Experience:
Two years experience as a ultrasound technologist