What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Technician position at Shriners Hospitals for Children?
Company Overview
Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
With 20 hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.
Job Description
The Ultrasound Tech utilizes ultrasound equipment to locate, evaluate and record pertinent anatomical, pathological and functional data, using ultrasound equipment to aid the physician in the diagnosis of disease and injury. Demonstrates the ability to meet the needs and provide service to the pediatric population. Competent in providing services for the culturally diverse population that Shriners Children's serves.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintains and monitors quality assessment practices and procedures to ensure appropriate and proper patient care
Accurately interprets oral and written requests stated in radiologic and medical terms
Notifies imaging manager of equipment malfunction and obtains necessary repairs.
Performs other operational functions, in support of assigned department to ensure quality services
Assists in maintaining imaging files to ensure easy irretrievability in a timely manner.
Successfully scans and records ultrasound images of the patient’s anatomy, as ordered by the physician
Assists in the preparation of images for interpretation and imaging reports.
Required Qualifications:
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within 3 months of hire date
2 years of related work experience
Preferred Qualifications:
1 year of pediatric abdominal ultrasound experience
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $32 - $48