CV Sonographer II

CHI Health St. Francis was established in Grand Island Neb. in 1887. Today our hospital is a regional referral center with more than 100 physicians and more than 1100 employees working together to build a healthier community. Our goal is to provide patients with high-quality medical care close to home where they can be supported by their family friends and community.

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.

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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