Ultrasound Technologist - Full-time - Fort Wayne

IU Health; Roanoke (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Ultrasound Technologist to join their team in Fort Wayne, IN. This full-time role offers a structured schedule with no weekends or holidays, providing a perfect work-life balance. You will be responsible for performing diagnostic imaging, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to deliver accurate results. If you are passionate about patient care and possess the necessary qualifications, this opportunity could be your next career step in a supportive and compassionate environment.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus available

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• ARDMS license required for diagnostic imaging.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic ultrasound services and ensure patient comfort.
• Evaluate images for quality and collaborate with radiologists.
• Maintain compliance with safety and disinfection protocols.

Skills

Ultrasound Imaging

Patient Care

Diagnostic Quality Evaluation

Basic Life Support Certification

Education

Ultrasound Education Program

ARDMS Certification

Tools

Sonographic Equipment

Job description

Overview

This is a full-time Ultrasound Technologist position located in Fort Wayne, IN - The hours are Monday-Friday 8a-5p (No weekends, No holidays, No call). Experience preferred - ARDMS license required!

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.

1. Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
2. Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
3. Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.
7. May require license from Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), if applicable.

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Sound like a perfect match? Apply now - we can't wait to hear from you!

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