CV Sonographer II

Job Summary And 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.
  
  

Job Requirements

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.
  
  

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Where You'll Work

CHI Health Immanuel, located in North Omaha just off of I-680 on 72nd Street, offers a full-service hospital, cancer center, rehabilitation center, specialty spine hospital and more. For well over a century, our commitment to serve our community inspires our staff to provide the highest quality of care to all who we have the privilege to serve.

Pay Range

$34.69 - $51.59 /hour