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CV Sonographer II
- Catholic Health Initiatives (Omaha, NE)
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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.
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.
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Overview
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
$32.72 - $47.45 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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