Ultrasound Technologist

Indiana University Health System; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shift differential

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Indiana University Health System is seeking a full-time Ultrasound Technologist at West Hospital. The role includes weekend shifts with a differential and a sign-on bonus for eligible applicants.

You will perform diagnostic ultrasound exams, operate ultrasound equipment, and collaborate with radiologists to provide accurate diagnostic information while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Applicants should have 0-3 years of relevant experience, BLS certification, and appropriate ARDMS/ARRT/CCI

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of relevant experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association is required.
• Active credentials through ARDMS/ARRT/CCI as applicable by facility accreditation within specified timelines.
• May be pursuing ultrasound education or have graduated from an ultrasound program; certification required within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound examinations and generate diagnostic images.
• Operate sonographic equipment independently and ensure image quality for radiologist review.
• Explain procedures to patients and ensure their safety and comfort during ultrasound.
• Assist with minimally invasive procedures and intraoperative ultrasound as requested.
• Maintain adherence to scan protocols and high disinfection standards.

Skills

0-3 years experience

Patient care

Equipment maneuvering

Education

BLS certification (AHA)

ARDMS/AB/OB-GYN/PS credentials

ARRT: RT(S) or RT(VS)

ISDH license (if applicable)

Tools

Ultrasound equipment operation

Job description

Are you an upcoming ultrasound technologist graduate or recent graduate? This pipeline allows the IU Health Talent Acquisition team to connect upcoming and recent ultrasound technologist graduates with opportunities that best align with their unique skills and interests. Thank you for your interest in joining the team!

Ultrasound Technologist (Full-Time)

Location: West Hospital
Schedule: Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM

We are seeking a full-time Ultrasound Technologist to join our team at West Hospital.

This role qualifies for a weekend shift differential, offering additional compensation for weekend hours.

Sign-on bonus available to eligible applicants!

Provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound to generate images of patients' internal organs, tissues, and blood flow. Responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment. Evaluates images for diagnostic quality and makes necessary adjustments to capture the best possible images. Collaborates with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic information. Ensures patient safety and comfort during procedures by explaining the process, positioning patients correctly, and adjusting equipment as needed. Familiar with current scan protocols. Maintains compliance with high level disinfection practices. Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed. Possesses familiarity with ultrasound contrast indications and administration practices. Provides intraoperative ultrasound as requested.

• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
• For ACR accredited ultrasound departments. Requires active status through one of the following: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS): Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Abdomen, RDMS(AB), Obstetrics & Gynecology, RDMS(OB/GYN), or Pediatric Sonography, RDMS(PS), and/or Registered Vascular Technologist - Vascular Technology , RVT(VT); American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): Registered Technologist - Sonography, RT(S) or Vascular Sonography, RT(VS) ; or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI): Registered Vascular Sonographer, RVS; as required by facility accreditation, if applicable. Exception: if performing breast ultrasound only, must obtain credential through American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS): RDMS(BR); or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): Registered Technologist - Sonography & Breast US, RT(S)(BS), or Radiography , Mammography & Breast Ultrasound, RT(R)(M)(BS); within 18 months of hire.
• For non-ACR accredited ultrasound departments. Requires candidates to meet one of the two following conditions: Must be actively pursuing ultrasound education and have already passed the ARDMS physics boards, or must have graduated from an ultrasound education program. Requires certification through one of the methods mentioned in the accredited section above within 12 months of hire.
• May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.
• May require license from Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), if applicable.