CV Sonographer II

Company: CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs
Location: Council Bluffs
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

Overview
At CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs patients are at the heart of our care. Our 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 include a new pavilion featuring enhancements in heart and vascular care surgery maternity cancer care and diagnostic imaging.

Responsibilities
$5,000 sign-on bonus and $10,000 educational assistance available to external candidates

Great Opportunity for a New Graduate

• Full Time Opportunity
  • Day Shifts, Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm
    • 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 CVSonographerNE HelloImaging ImagingNebraska I
      
      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 Pay Range
              $27.70 - $40.17 /hour

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