Ultrasound Vascular Technologist

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus available

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a diagnostic vascular ultrasound technologist to provide high-quality imaging of the vascular system. You will generate non-invasive ultrasound images and evaluate image quality, adjusting technique as needed to support accurate diagnoses.

You will collaborate with radiologists and other health professionals to ensure patient safety and comfort, explain procedures, position patients, and adhere to accreditation vascular imaging protocols.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of relevant ultrasound experience.
• Current BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• ARDMS RVT VT or other recognized registry/certification (RVS/RT(VS)) as applicable.
• Ability to maneuver equipment and adjust positions for patient care.
• ISDH license if required.
• Experience in diagnostic ultrasound preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic patient care using ultrasound to image the vascular system.
• Evaluate image quality and adjust technique to obtain optimal diagnostic images.
• Collaborate with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic information.
• Explain procedures, position patients, and ensure patient safety and comfort during ultrasound procedures.
• Comply with accreditation guidelines for vascular imaging protocols.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Explain procedures to patients

Education

BLS certification (AHA)

ARDMS RVT VT

CCI RVS

ARRT RT(VS)

ISDH license (Indiana) if applicable

Job description

Overview

Are you an upcoming diagnostic radiology technologist graduate or recent graduate?

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.

Sign-on bonus available for eligible applicants!

• 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.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.