Sonographer - health hospital

Radiologic Technologist Specialist I - Ultrasonographer/Vascular UltrasonographerEskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 333-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus including at a network of Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.Job Role Summary: The Radiologic Technologist Specialist I - Ultrasonographer/Vascular 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 valuesSchedules patients and performs ultrasound examinations of designated body regions, under direction of a physician specializing in diagnostic medical sonographyReviews requisition, patient's medical chart, and records oral history from patient to define reason for diagnostic examinationEducates each patient concerning ultrasound procedures with assistancePrepares 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 patientsPerforms 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 bedsideMaintains supplies required for daily useAssists physicians in performing special examinations, emergency medical care and research projectsMust 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 with Sonography Principles & Instrumentation Examination complete.Certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or ARRT with 1 specialty certification within the first year of employment which includes compliance with Professional CEU requirementsSpecialty Certifications may be one of the following: Abdomen, OB/GYN, or VascularAppropriate 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 requirementsMaintains and shows proof of current CPR CertificationKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Knowledge and command of anatomy as well as cross sectional anatomyKnowledge of the physics of ultrasoundKnowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served; ability to use age-appropriate communication skillsMust demonstrate knowledge of growth and development principles over the life span; ability to assess data and interpret appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to age-specific needs and cognitive abilities detailed in the department/area/unit job competenciesKnowledge of all ultrasound equipment, drug utilization and technical procedures (within assigned area)Working knowledge of the EPIC and PACS systems and associated programs; ensures completion of all studies through EPICKnowledge of hospital protocols and procedures, and safety procedures to minimize risk to patients, coworkers, and selfKnowledgeable of and compliance with Eskenazi Health's Infection Control and Communicable Disease policies and proceduresAbility to follow both written and oral instructionsAbility to handle patient contacts with high degree of tactAbility to elect proper protocols for all examsFundamental knowledge of computer applicationsAbility to be flexible with changing work duties and prioritiesKnowledgeable of and proficiency in vascular patient clinical assessment, in performing vascular examinations and testing, and in the evaluation of findingsAbility to observe and perceive changing patient conditions, and to report questionable conditions to physicians and nursing personnelAbility to work effectively under stress and heavy workloadAbility to prioritize work assignments, i.e., decisions must be made to determine how quickly a case needs to be scheduled for an examinationAccredited by The Joint Commission and named as one of Indiana's best employers by Forbes magazine for two consecutive years and the top hospital in the state for community benefit by the Lown Institute, Eskenazi Health's programs have received national recognition while also offering new health care opportunities to the local community. As the sponsoring hospital for Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services, the city's primary EMS provider, Eskenazi Health is also home to the first adult Level I trauma center in Indiana, the first verified adult burn center in Indiana and Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center, the first community mental health center in Indiana, just to name a few.Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis