Ultrasound Technologist | Float

**Job Description:** JOIN ARA DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING **(A Radiology Partners practice): Make a local impact in the Greater Austin, TX area!**At **Austin Radiological Association (ARA Diagnostic Imaging)**, we believe transforming radiology starts with investing in the people who deliver care every day. As a practice of **Radiology Partners (RP)**, ARA combines a strong local presence across Austin with the support and resources of a leading national radiology organization—delivering exceptional outpatient imaging while offering healthcare professionals meaningful, sustainable careers.ABOUT ARA DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING & RADIOLOGY PARTNERS, INC.Since 1954, Austin Radiological Association (ARA Diagnostic Imaging) has been a trusted leader in medical imaging across Central Texas, providing high-quality, patient-focused care through 18 state-of-the-art outpatient imaging centers and partnerships with 24 area hospitals throughout the Austin market.As a proud practice of Radiology Partners since 2019, ARA combines trusted local care with the strength of a national radiology organization, offering advanced diagnostic technology, access to hundreds of board-certified radiologists, enhanced AI capabilities, and a commitment to innovation, quality, and convenient community-based care.Together, RP and ARA Diagnostic Imaging we are redefining how imaging supports patients, referring providers, and the clinicians who make care possible. When you join **ARA**, you’ll be backed by **Radiology Partners (RP)**—a nationally recognized organization that prioritizes clinical excellence and a people‑first culture.WHY JOIN US: - Competitive compensation and comprehensive total rewards - True **work-life balance** in an outpatient setting—**no on-call shifts** **or overnights** - Consistent RP standards with **local leadership and support** - Opportunities for **modality cross**‑**training and professional growth** - A **fun, team-first culture** at ARA —collaborative, supportive, and grounded in safety and trust Radiology Partners has been Certified Great Place to Work™ for five consecutive years, reflecting the experiences of team members across our practices nationwide. Position Summary: - Perform and maintain monthly quality control on ultrasound system as required by credentialing organizations - Performs ultrasound procedures as prescribed by a physician. Follows established techniques and methods in operating equipment and processing images. Ensures technical quality of images and exercises judgment in processing assigned work load. - Assists the radiologist in performing image-guided diagnostic and invasive procedures (e.g., paracentesis, thoracentesis, and hysterosonograms). - Prepares patients for ultrasound procedures. In doing so, escorts patients to dressing and ultrasound rooms, provides verbal and written instructions and positions patients for the proper view of the affected area. Selects transducer, and makes equipment adjustments according to the nature of test, depth of field and other specifications of test. Ensures safety procedures and universal precautions are used at all times. - Assesses the patient’s previous exams/reports to include loading or digitizing outside studies, if available/applicable, prior to performing the ultrasound procedure. Reviews the referral form for each procedure and ensures accuracy of the referral in the system; accurately communicates the referral to the radiologist. For certain procedures, may administer medication as prescribed by a physician. DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: - Knowledge of ultrasound technology principles and procedures, normally acquired through completion of ultrasound technology training program - Knowledge and work experience necessary in order to independently conduct routine and specialized radiologic tests, to assist physicians with special techniques or procedures, and to become familiar with physician and department work methods and facility policies and procedures -…