Sr Ultrasound Tech

Position Description

Produces two dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs by performing the following duties. Works under general supervision, functions independently within established guidelines and procedures. Work is performed under usual clinic and office conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Requires a high degree of contact with patients and physicians.

Major/Essential Functions

• Prepares patients for ultrasound exam, explains procedure and ensures technical quality.
• Performs accurate operation of ultrasound equipment (trans-abdominally and trans-vaginally) to perform the following types of scans: a. Nuchal Translucency and first trimester examinations, b. Fetal anatomic survey, including genetic ultrasound, and follow-up sonograms, c. Transvaginal cervical length.
• Accurate operation of ultrasound equipment to provide ultrasound guidance to physicians as they perform prenatal diagnostic procedures (amniocentesis/amnio infusion/amnio dye test) and gynecologic ultrasound guided procedures (e.g.saline infusion sonography).
• Demonstrates ability to perform pelvic ultrasound examinations and assess pelvic structures and masses, determinate endometrial thickness and morphology, perform color flow analysis of uterine and ovarian lesions, assess early normal and abnormal pregnancy, etc.
• Performs analysis of sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, prepares preliminary report and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
• Assists in care of ultrasound equipment by following daily departmental procedures.
• Recognizes and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to the Director of Ultrasound Division/Manager and/or supervisor.
• Independently perform all obstetrical and gynecological ultrasounds (i.e has more than 3 years of MFM experience).
• Remain current with all licensure, certifications, and mandatory compliance and training requirements for this position.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.).
• Personally, and consistently, demonstrate, display and act in accordance with Texas Tech Health El Paso's Values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork). Serve as a Value's leader while actively promoting and encouraging staff across the institution.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).
• Experience with GE Voluson E10.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from an approved Two-Year College or Technical School in a medical or related field.
• RDMS registry in OB-GYN.
• At least two years of OB-GYN ultrasound experience. OR Degree from certified ultrasound program of at least one year.

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