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Catholic Health Initiatives CV Sonographer I in Omaha, Nebraska

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

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

  • Is 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

Qualifications

Education

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

Licenses & Certifications

  • 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

Pay Range

$30.47 - $44.19 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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