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Ultrasonographer PRN

The Radiologic Technologist Specialist Ultrasonographer is responsible for preparing and performing ultrasound examinations under the direction of a specialized physician. This includes scheduling patients, reviewing medical history, preparing patients and equipment, administering procedure, and relating results to supervisor.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Proactively contributes to Eskenazi Health's mission: Advocate, Care, Teach, and Serve with special emphasis on the vulnerable population of Marion County; models Eskenazi Health's values
• Schedules patients and performs ultrasound examinations of designated body regions, under direction of a physician specializing in diagnostic medical sonography
• Reviews requisition, patient's medical chart, and records oral history from patient to define reason for diagnostic examination
• Educates each patient concerning ultrasound procedures with assistance
• Prepares ultrasound examination including: positioning and preparing patients for examinations, determining appropriate equipment to be used, setting and modifying controls during procedure for optimal scanning results, and observing patients
• Performs ultrasound examination by: using interpretative skills during procedure to identify and record normal/abnormal test results and real/potential medical problems, relating atypical results/problems to supervisor for assessment and action, and may be required to transport imaging equipment to patient bedside
• Maintains supplies required for daily use
• Assists physicians in performing special examinations, emergency medical care and research projects
• Must remain in compliance with all Indiana State Department of Health and The Joint Commission education, license and certification requirements
• Must remain in compliance with all American College of Radiology, Indiana State Department of Health and The Joint Commission education, license and certification requirements

Job Requirements:

Graduation from an AMA approved Radiologic Technology Program. Bachelor's degree in Ultrasound-related major preferred.

• Certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or ARRT specialty certification within the first year of employment which includes compliance with Professional CEU requirements
• Appropriate credentialing is required for Vascular Ultrasound Department within 1 year of graduation of a vascular program OR within 2 years of hire if cross-training which includes compliance with Professional CEU requirements
• Maintains and shows proof of current CPR Certification