Ultrasound Technologist

Indiana University Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

IU Health Arnett Hospital is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join our imaging team. The role operates on a Friday, Saturday, and Sunday schedule from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Special Weekend Option) with rotating holidays and call responsibilities.

You will perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound studies, collaborate with radiologists, and provide patient-centered care in a fast-paced hospital setting, with a sign-on bonus available to eligible applicants.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of relevant ultrasound experience or entry level considered.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Active credentials (ARDMS/RVT/CCI) as per department standards or expected within 18 months of hire.
• Possible Indiana license/ISDH requirements per facility policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations with high-quality imaging.
• Operate sonographic equipment independently and adjust techniques.
• Collaborate with radiologists and care teams to ensure accurate diagnostic information.
• Maintain patient safety, explain procedures, and assist with intraoperative ultrasound as needed.

Skills

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Anatomy knowledge

Manual dexterity

Education

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ARDMS/credentialing

Tools

Ultrasound equipment controls

Job description

Overview

IU Health Arnett Hospital is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist to join our team! This position operates on a Friday, Saturday, and Sunday schedule from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM (Special Weekend Option) and includes rotating holiday coverage and call responsibilities. In this role, you will perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations, collaborate closely with care teams, and deliver exceptional patient-centered service in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Sign-on bonus available to eligible applicants!

Job Description

Sign-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.

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