Ultrasound Technologist

About the role

• Job Posting Title: Ultrasound Technologist
• Hiring Department: Dell Medical School
• Position Open To: All Applicants
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA
• Earliest Start Date: Immediately
• Position Duration: Expected to Continue
• Location: AUSTIN, TX

Job Details

Purpose

The Ultrasound Technologist operates advanced imaging equipment to produce high-resolution internal body images that support physicians in diagnosing and monitoring conditions across specialties such as obstetrics, cardiology, and vascular medicine. Reporting to the Associate Director of Shared Services, Clinical Operations, the Ultrasound Technologist collaborates closely with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals. Combining technical proficiency with compassionate patient care, this position ensures precise imaging while safeguarding patient comfort and safety.

Performs Diagnostic Ultrasound Imaging

• Operates ultrasound equipment to capture images of internal organs, tissues, and blood flow.
• Applies ultrasound gel and positions transducer for optimal image quality.
• Adjusts equipment settings to enhance diagnostic clarity.
• Assesses image quality and makes real-time adjustments.
• Presents images and preliminary observations to physicians.

Provides Patient Care and Education

• Explains procedures to patients and answers questions to reduce anxiety.
• Positions patients appropriately for exams.
• Monitors patient comfort and safety throughout procedures.
• Documents patient history relevant to imaging.
• Communicates empathetically with patients of all ages.

Maintains Equipment and Imaging Environment

• Calibrates and maintains ultrasound machines.
• Ensures cleanliness and sterility of equipment and exam rooms.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and coordinates repairs.
• Orders and stocks necessary supplies.
• Follows infection control and safety protocols.

Collaborates with Clinical Teams

• Works closely with radiologists and referring physicians.
• Assists with ultrasound-guided procedures and biopsies.
• Participates in interdisciplinary case reviews.
• Shares findings and contributes to diagnostic decisions.
• Supports continuity of care through accurate documentation.

Manages Administrative and Quality Assurance Tasks

• Maintains accurate patient records and imaging logs.
• Participates in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Adheres to departmental protocols and regulatory standards.
• Assists with training and onboarding of new staff.
• Engages in continuing education and professional development.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited ultrasound or diagnostic medical sonography program.
• 1 year of relevant clinical experience in sonography.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) through ARDMS.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Relevant education or experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field.
• 3 years of experience in a hospital or multi-specialty clinic setting.
• Experience in multiple sonography specialties (e.g., OB/GYN, vascular, cardiac).
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), or equivalent specialty certifications.
• ARRT certification in Sonography or Vascular Sonography.

SALARY RANGE $70,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Environment/equipment

• Standard office equipment
• Repetitive use of a keyboard
• May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Additional information

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply.

This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.