Medical Sonographer - Neurology Clinic

Overview We’re seeking a full-time Medical Sonographer to join the UTHealth Department of Neurology in Houston, TX, where you’ll play a key role in advancing cerebrovascular care across both inpatient and outpatient settings. In this specialized position, you’ll focus on non‑imaging transcranial Doppler (TCD) and cerebrovascular ultrasound, performing studies on adult and pediatric patients with an emphasis on cerebral hemodynamics rather than traditional imaging. Working closely with vascular neurology, neurocritical care, and stroke teams, you’ll contribute directly to real-time clinical decision making through TCD evaluations for stroke, vasospasm, emboli detection, right‑to‑left shunt studies, and carotid duplex ultrasound—making your expertise central to patient outcomes. Benefits 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time) Vacation accrual increases with length of service Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service) Retirement/pension plan Position Summary Operates ultrasound equipment and performs a variety of technical procedures to produce images for patient diagnosis. Position Key Accountabilities Operates ultrasound equipment and records results. Adjusts parameters on equipment and reviews calibrations to assure scans are reproducible under similar conditions. Assists with research activities. Performs basic maintenance on equipment to assure proper working conditions. May participate in the diagnosis process to assess maternal and fetal well-being. Assists with research activities by collecting data and participating in research projects. Demonstrates the use of ultrasound equipment and techniques to assist with the education of students, nurses, residents, patients, and physicians. Attend continuing education seminars to stay abreast of technological advances in ultrasound and antenatal testing. Must be able to respond to emergency situations. Performs other duties as assigned. Certification/Skills Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required RVT or RVS required (or eligible) Minimum Education Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s). AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology required. Associate's Degree preferred. Minimum Experience Previous experience in diagnostic ultrasound preferred. Physical Requirements Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Security Sensitive This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215 and Texas Government Code 411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Residency Requirement Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. #J-18808-Ljbffr