Ultrasound Technologist

IU Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette, IN, seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and operate sonographic equipment in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The position features a Friday–Sunday 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM schedule with rotating holidays and call responsibilities. A sign-on bonus is available to eligible applicants, with collaboration across radiology and care teams to ensure patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of relevant ultrasound experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required through the American Heart Association.
• Active credentialing needed (ARDMS/ARRT/CCI) per facility requirements, if applicable.
• May require Indiana ISDH license where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and generate quality images.
• Operate sonographic equipment independently and adjust settings for optimal images.
• Collaborate with radiologists and care teams to provide accurate diagnostic information.
• Explain procedures to patients and ensure comfort and safety during scanning.
• Maintain high level disinfection practices and assist with minimally invasive procedures as needed.
• Provide intraoperative ultrasound as requested.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Equipment maneuvering

Education

Ultrasound education program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

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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