WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under moderate supervision in the Companion Animal Clinic in the Department of Radiation Oncology to provide high-quality imaging and focused ultrasound (FUS) therapy for preclinical research in privately owned veterinary cancer patients. FUS therapy can also be performed on rodents for research study.
Works to advance the purpose of enhancing the quality of life for companion animals and furthering cancer research in humans.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education
Associate's Degree in Ultrasound Technology or
Graduate of Accredited Sonography Program
Licenses and Certifications
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS Registry) or equivalent required Upon Hire
Preferred
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
2 years of experience in ultrasound imaging/therapy preferred.
JOB DUTIES
Performs focused ultrasound treatments/imaging on enrolled veterinary patients.
Provides ultrasound support for murine research.
Evaluates the fitness of patients for recruitment in veterinary clinical trials.
Instructs and communicates with patient's owners regarding the procedure to be performed.
Ensures that images and records are properly completed with patient identification data and appropriate labeling.
Performs high quality ultrasound examinations according to exam protocol in a timely manner. Assists the clinician as needed in performing additional imaging or biopsy procedures.
Monitors intravenous injections of contrast material as appropriate.
Assists with scheduling and coordinating exams as appropriate to ensure smooth workflow.
Performs quality control on assigned equipment and reports issues timely.
Actively engages in clinical research initiatives and collaborates closely with medical professionals to advance veterinary care.
Checks equipment and accessories to ensure proper working order and notifies appropriate personnel for repairs.
Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition and ensures that it is properly supplied for procedures.
Participates and contributes to manuscripts in the field of ultrasound research.
Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
