• CV Sonographer II

    CommonSpirit HealthOmaha, NE 68124

    Job #2813153336

  • Overview:

    At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services heart and vascular care emergency services surgery maternity cancer care and diagnostic imaging.

    Responsibilities:

    Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus and $10,000 educational assistance available to external candidates

    Great Opportunity for a New Graduate!!

    • Full Time Opportunity

    • Performs various diagnostic cardiology and/or peripheral vascular exams including but not limited to: Vascular Imaging, Cardiac Imaging, Noninvasive Cardiac Testing

    • Corroborates clinical history and assesses patient for appropriateness of ordered procedure

    • Provides patient education, applies patient relations skills and maintain confidentiality of patients and customers in a safe and professional manner

    • Assumes responsibility for assigned area, reporting equipment malfunctions and procedure difficulties

    • Responsible for completing quarterly mandatory education requirements

    • Assumes responsibility for personal and professional development through participation in department meetings, in-service programs, and continuing education programs

    • Performs value-added activities that result in positive customer satisfaction and/or financial performance

    • Participates in Quality Improvement and Accreditation activities as assigned

    • Participates in all safety, security, and infection control programs that are mandatory as well as those required and provided by the department

    • When scheduled on-call, must be able to respond within 30 minutes of notification

    • May require light travel or floating to other CHI Health facilities and/or outreach sites as needed to provide staffing support. This applies to all locations

    • All team members are responsible for maintaining a positive work environment and participating in departmental problem-solving

    • Other duties as assigned by department leader

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    Qualifications:

    Education

    • Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent clinical job training.

    Licenses and Requirements

    • Minimum of two registries in:

    Adult Cardiac Sonography (RDCS-AE) – ARDMS

    or

    Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) – CCI

    and

    Vascular Technology (RVT) – ARDMS

    or

    Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - CCI

    • Graduates from a dual cardiac and vascular ultrasound program are eligible for hire and must obtain both their adult echo and vascular registries within 12 months of hire date

    • AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of start date

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

    • Must be familiar with standard cardiac and/or peripheral vascular ultrasound views, equipment, and controls

    • Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and physiology

    • Knowledge of basic maintenance and upkeep of equipment

    • Ability to effectively communicate with team members, physicians, patients, hospital staff, and departmental supervisor in a courteous and professional manner

    • Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and professional standards

    • Demonstrates personal traits of motivation, quality, teamwork, professionalism, and integrity. Ability to communicate clearly when explaining purpose of procedure and assuring patient understanding and cooperation

    • Ability to load ultrasound and other diagnostic gear and operate vehicle large enough to accommodate equipment