OverviewAt 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.
ResponsibilitiesUp to $10,000 sign-on bonus and $10,000 educational assistance available to external candidates
Great Opportunity for a New Graduate!!
- 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.
QualificationsEducation
- 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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