<p>Hammond Clinic</p> <p>7905 Calumet Ave Munster, Indiana 46321</p> <p>The Vascular Ultrasound Technologist within Franciscan Health is responsible for conducting tests using ultrasound equipment and technologies, which support physicians in diagnosing disorders related to the patient's internal body parts and blood flow. This role is registered as a diagnostic medical sonographer and a vascular technologist. The Vascular Ultrasound Technologist assists in quality control and reporting any equipment issues.</p> <p>WHO WE ARE</p> <p>Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.</p> <p>WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT</p> <ul> <li> <p>PRN position with the ability to pick up shifts as needed</p> </li><li> <p>Monday to Friday 7:30am to 4pm. coverage and shift schedule as needed</p> </li><li> <p>Make notifications of clinical significance which could affect the interpretation of a test, including patient history and physiological findings</p> </li><li> <p>Utilize appropriate safety measures for all concerned within the area of responsibility</p> </li><li> <p>Educate and inform patients to promote understanding and cooperation, to ensure optimal quality procedures</p> </li><li> <p>Instruct and orient employees and students in proper performance of diagnostic procedures and functions of the department</p> </li><li> <p>Review test images to check for quality and sufficient coverage</p> </li><li> <p>Provide summary findings for physicians and other medical professionals involved with a patient's case</p> </li><li> <p>Adhere to OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNREC, and JCAHO safety codes, regulations, and requirements</p> </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li> <p>Required Associate's Degree in Radiology or Ultrasound</p> </li><li> <p>1 year Radiology or Ultrasound Preferred</p> </li><li> <p>Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association- Required</p> </li><li> <p>You must have one of the following certifications: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographers (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification - ARRT (VS)</p> </li></ul> <p>TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:</p> <p>Never or Rarely</p> <p>EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.</p> <p>Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.</p>