Ultrasound Tech

Riverview Health; Westfield (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverview Health is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to use specialized ultrasound equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images as requested by physicians. The role involves setting up and adjusting ultrasound equipment, performing scans, and maintaining ultrasound rooms.

Candidates should be graduates of an ARDMS accredited ultrasound program and have a minimum of six months experience in ultrasound or radiology. Certification in Basic Life Support and ARDMS certification in Abdomen or Obstetrics/Gynecology are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of ultrasound or radiology experience.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (American Heart Association).
• ARDMS certification in Abdomen or Obstetrics/Gynecology.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust ultrasound equipment for proper scans.
• Perform scans independently according to established protocols.
• Review and evaluate ultrasound films for technical quality.
• Maintain ultrasound rooms in a clean and safe condition.
• Accurately document per organizational information management procedures.

Skills

Ultrasound equipment operation

Patient care

Quality assurance

Education

Graduate of ARDMS accredited ultrasound program or JRCERT approved radiology school

Multiple-modality certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Ultrasound Technologist uses specialized ultrasound equipment to capture high‑quality diagnostic images on the areas of the anatomy requested by the physician. The Technologist follows departmental protocol for documentation, comparison, consent, and other patient‑care information needed for interpretation.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust ultrasound equipment for proper scans.
• Independently perform scans on patients according to established protocols, including shift coverage for evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Review and evaluate ultrasound films for technical quality.
• Perform quality assurance tests and studies related to ultrasound and contribute to CQI processes.
• Maintain ultrasound rooms in a clean, safe, well‑stocked condition.
• Accurately document per organizational information‑management procedures.
• Perform duties of a Radiologic Technologist as licensed, when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• Minimum: Graduate of an American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) accredited ultrasound program or a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) approved radiology school.
• Preferred: Multiple‑modality certification.

Experience Requirements

Minimum: Six months of ultrasound or radiology experience.

License/Certification Requirements

• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association).
• American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) certification in Abdomen or Obstetrics/Gynecology.

Additional Certifications

• Required: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (R‑DMS).
• Preferred: Additional BLS certification.

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