Ultrasound Technologist (PRN Alternating - Lafayette)

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Franciscan Health Lafayette East Campus in Lafayette, Indiana seeks an Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound imaging, operate sonographic equipment, and assist physicians in procedures. You will train students and fellow sonographers, while ensuring timely, accurate, and safe procedures with patient comfort in mind.

The role emphasizes team collaboration, patient education, and strict adherence to infection control and confidentiality policies as part of a Catholic health

Qualifications

• Required Certificate in Ultrasound.
• Required Associate’s Degree or Certificate in Radiology or Ultrasound.
• 1 year Ultrasound Preferred.
• Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association.
• Registered Ultrasonographer (ARDMS) within 1 Year Required or ARRT (S) within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
• Practice effective team functioning.
• Provide education to patients and students.
• Maintain records, respect confidentiality and integrate PI process.
• Responsible for Environment and Equipment.
• Observe Universal Precautions and Infection Control and Safety.

Education

Certificate in Ultrasound

Associate’s Degree or Certificate in Radiology or Ultrasound

1 year Ultrasound Experience

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ARDMS Certification / Registered Ultrasonographer

ARRT Certification (S) within 1 year

Job description

Franciscan Health Lafayette East Campus

1701 S Creasy Ln Lafayette, Indiana 47905

The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for performing Ultrasound Imaging, operating sonographic equipment to obtain images of patients’ internal body parts to support diagnoses, and provide insight into medical issues, concerns or conditions. The Ultrasound Technologist works with and assists the physician in the performance of assigned procedures. This position assists in the training of students and sonographers, in ultrasound. The Ultrasound Technologist maintains optimum timeliness, accuracy, proficiency, efficiency, and safety during the execution of duties, and works closely with patients to ensure they have an understanding of procedures and are comfortable during procedures.

WHO WE ARE

With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
• Practice effective team functioning.
• Provide education to patients and students.
• Maintain records, respect confidentiality and integrate PI process.
• Responsible for Environment and Equipment.
• Observe Universal Precautions and Infection Control and Safety.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required Certificate in Ultrasound
• Required Associate’s Degree or Certificate in Radiology or Ultrasound
• 1 year Ultrasound Preferred
• Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
• Registered Ultrasonographer (ARDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography within 1 Year Required or
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification - . ARRT (S) within 1 year

TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:

Up to 20%

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on thebenefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.