Part Time Ultrasound Technician (Prenatal)

Ultrasound Technician

The Ultrasound Technician is responsible for performing diagnostic obstetric ultrasound examinations to support high quality prenatal care. This role works directly with pregnant patients and collaborates closely with licensed providers to ensure accurate imaging, patient safety and timely clinical documentation. Level I obstetric ultrasound competency is required; Level II is preferred.

Key Responsibilities- Clinical & Technical Responsibilities

• Perform prenatal and obstetric ultrasound examinations in accordance with provider orders, protocols and certification level.
• Conduct dating, viability, growth and limited anatomical ultrasound exams.
• Obtain accurate fetal measurements and diagnostic images suitable for provider interpretation.
• Identify unusual or abnormal findings and promptly communicate concerns to the supervising provider.
• Prepare preliminary technical findings within scope of practice and organization policy.
• Understanding the business from the customer's perspective.
• Holding oneself accountable by fostering trust, demonstrating self-awareness and self-development, and remaining flexible and adaptable.

Patient Care & Experience

• Explain ultrasound procedures to patients using clear, compassionate and culturally responsive communication.
• Ensure patient comfort, dignity and privacy throughout the exam.
• Provide trauma-informed care to prenatal patients and support teams.

Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately document all ultrasound exams in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Adhere to ALARA principles and ultrasound safety standards.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, infection control practices and organization policies.
• Participate in quality assurance, image review, training and audit activities as assigned.

Equipment & Work Environment

• Operate, clean and maintain ultrasound equipment according to manufacturer and organization guidelines.
• Report equipment malfunctions or supply needs promptly.
• Maintain and organized, safe and patient ready ultrasound suite

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program
• Level I Obstetric Ultrasound Competency Required
• ARDMS OB/GYN certification or registry eligible
• Current BLS (CPR) Certification
• Experience performing routine prenatal ultrasounds independently under provider protocols.
• Preferred
• Level II Obstetric Ultrasound Competency or ARDM OB/GYN registered
• Experience performing detailed fetal anatomy scans within scope
• Prior experience in OB/GYN, maternal- fetal medicine
• Prior experience in community health settings

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of prenatal anatomy, fetal development and gestational assessment.
• Strong patient centered communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary care team.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and imaging documentation
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
• Working knowledge of basic computer applications required for documentation and communication

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk and perform repetitive scanning motions for extended periods. Ability to assist patients with positioning. Occasional lifting or moving of equipment up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Clinical outpatient setting
• Occasional lifting or moving of equipment up to 25 pounds.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

• It is the policy of Primary Health Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.