Ultrasound Vascular Technologist

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health is seeking a vascular ultrasound technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound imaging of the vascular system. You will collaborate with radiologists and healthcare professionals to deliver accurate diagnostic information, ensure patient safety and comfort, and adhere to accreditation protocols. Intraoperative ultrasound experience may be required.

The role may require active certification maintenance and ISDH licensure as applicable.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Life Support certification may be required.
• Ability to maneuver equipment and position patients as needed.
• Must maintain active registry/certification status.
• Possession of current licensure/certification per ISDH requirements if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic ultrasound imaging of the vascular system.
• Collaborate with radiologists and healthcare team to provide accurate diagnostic information.
• Explain procedures, position patients, and adjust equipment to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Adhere to accreditation guidelines and vascular imaging protocols.
• Perform intraoperative ultrasound as requested.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Vascular anatomy

Patient safety

Image optimization

Education

ARDMS RVT VT

CCI RVS

ARRT VS

Job description

Provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound to generate non-invasive images of the vascular system. Possesses knowledge of vascular anatomy and physiology. 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. Complies with vascular imaging protocols per accreditation guidelines. Provides intraoperative ultrasound as requested.

Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.

Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. May also require Advanced Life Support certification, if applicable.

Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.

Requires active status through one of the following: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS): Registered Vascular Technologist - Vascular Technology, RVT (VT); Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI): Registered Vascular Sonographer, RVS; American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): Registered Technologist - Vascular Sonography RT(VS).

May require experience in diagnostic ultrasound, if applicable.

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.

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.

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