CV Sonographer II
Company: CHI Health Saint Francis
Location: Grand Island
Posted on: March 17, 2023
Job Description:
Overview
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.
Responsibilities
$7,500 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 CVSonographerNE
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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
Keywords: CHI Health Saint Francis, Grand Island , CV Sonographer II, Healthcare , Grand Island, Nebraska
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