BioTech X-ray, Inc Job Description
Position Information
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Position Title: Sonographer (Mobile/Portable)
- Department: Technologist – Ultrasound
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
- Employment Status: Full-Time / Part-Time
- Work Location: Field
- Reports To: Regional Ultrasound Technical Supervisor
- Supervises: N/A
- Created/Revised: 07/2026
Position Summary
The Sonographer performs portable diagnostic ultrasound and vascular imaging services in accordance with physician orders, company protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements. This position is responsible for providing high-quality patient care while traveling to various healthcare facilities and patient residences throughout the assigned territory. The Staff Ultrasound Technologist is expected to work independently while maintaining effective communication with dispatch, supervisors, clients, and fellow team members. This role requires professionalism, adaptability, safe vehicle operation, and a commitment to BioTech X-ray's "Patient-First People" philosophy.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
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Perform portable diagnostic ultrasound and Doppler examinations as assigned in accordance with physician orders and company protocols.
- Perform examinations in accordance with BioTech X-ray's established technical standards, including the 11 Best Practices.
- Position patients appropriately to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
- Travel safely and efficiently to multiple healthcare facilities, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and patient residences throughout the workday.
- Upload ultrasound images into the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) promptly following exam completion.
- Communicate with interpreting physicians as needed to facilitate timely interpretation and reporting.
- When dispatch is unavailable, communicate summary report information to client facilities and fax hard-copy reports as required.
- Maintain accurate patient documentation and records of services performed.
- Complete assigned exams efficiently while providing exceptional customer service.
- Utilize downtime productively and remain available for additional assignments.
- Maintain company property, including vehicles, communication devices, ultrasound equipment, and supplies.
- Perform routine inspections of vehicles and equipment and promptly report maintenance or repair needs.
- Ensure company vehicles remain clean, organized, and all equipment is properly secured for safe transport.
- Promote BioTech X-ray's services through professional interactions and identify opportunities to support business growth.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Customer Service
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Uphold BioTech X-ray's "Patient-First People" philosophy.
- Verify patient identity and explain procedures in a professional, compassionate, and reassuring manner.
- Provide exceptional service to patients, facility staff, physicians, and clients.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with dispatch, supervisors, facility personnel, physicians, and coworkers.
- Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to changing operational and client needs.
- Represent BioTech X-ray professionally during all client interactions.
Quality and Compliance
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Follow all applicable federal, state, and company regulations.
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
- Follow infection prevention and safety standards at all times.
- Participate in competency reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and continuing education activities.
- Assist with mentoring and training new sonographers when requested.
- Ensure accuracy, quality, and attention to detail in all examinations and documentation.
- Exercise sound clinical judgment when adapting to varying patient conditions while maintaining examination quality.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education and Certifications
Required
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Current ARDMS certification or equivalent.
- Current Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) and Abdominal certification.
- Current state licensure where required.
Preferred
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Additional specialty ultrasound certifications.
Experience
Required
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Demonstrated ability to work independently while functioning effectively as part of a team.
- Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
- Experience performing vascular ultrasound examinations.
Preferred
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Experience in portable ultrasound.
- Experience providing services in long-term care or mobile imaging environments.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing schedules, travel routes, weather conditions, and facility environments.
- Strong critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.
- Must successfully pass a background screening and comply with the company's drug-free workplace policy.
Core Competencies (Individual Contributor)
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Accountability, Communication, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Adaptability, Quality and Accuracy, Problem Solving, Continuous Learning
Working Conditions
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Healthcare facilities, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, hospitals, and patient residences.
- Frequent interaction with patients, physicians, facility staff, clients, and coworkers.
- Use of portable ultrasound equipment, computers, mobile devices, and communication systems.
- Requires frequent operation of company vehicles throughout the workday.
- Regular exposure to varying weather and driving conditions while traveling between client locations.
Physical Requirements
Employees with a disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
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Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, kneel, push, and pull throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift, transport, load, unload, and maneuver portable ultrasound equipment safely.
- Ability to assist with patient positioning and move equipment in confined healthcare environments.
- Ability to transport equipment up and down stairs when elevators are unavailable.
- Ability to sit and safely operate a motor vehicle for extended periods while traveling between client locations.
Travel Requirements
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Travel is an essential function of this position.
- Frequent travel to healthcare facilities, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and patient residences is required.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Must be physically and medically capable of safely operating a company vehicle throughout the workday.
- Must safely operate company vehicles and transport portable diagnostic equipment.
Core Values
All employees are expected to support and demonstrate BioTech X-ray's commitment to:
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Patient-First People, Integrity, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence, Innovation, Service
Disclaimer
BioTech X-ray has reviewed this job description to ensure that the essential functions and primary duties have been included. This document is intended to provide general guidelines regarding job expectations and responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, or abilities required for the position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs. BioTech X-ray reserves the right to modify this job description at any time. This document does not constitute a contract of employment.
