CV Sonographer II

CommonSpirit Health•Papillion, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At CHI Health Midlands, the Cardiac Sonographer is a pivotal member of the cardiac team, performing diagnostic testing to help diagnose and guide treatment for patients with cardiovascular conditions. The role uses independent judgment and advanced technical skills to perform imaging procedures for patients with conditions including heart failure, heart rhythm disorders, and acute myocardial infarction. The sonographer produces and analyzes high-quality cardiac ultrasound images and supports clinical decisions ranging from minimally invasive interventions to major structural repairs, while providing a positive experience for patients and caregivers. The position performs diagnostic cardiology and peripheral vascular exams, including vascular imaging, cardiac imaging, and noninvasive cardiac testing. It also involves reviewing clinical history and procedure appropriateness, educating patients, maintaining confidentiality, reporting equipment malfunctions and procedure difficulties, and completing quarterly mandatory education requirements. External candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $4,500 and educational assistance of up to $10,000. New graduates are welcome.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent clinical job training, upon hire.
Obtain Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echo or Registered Cardiac Sonographer CCI within 12 months.
Obtain Registered Vascular Technologist or Registered Vascular Specialist within 12 months.
Obtain Basic Life Support (CPR) within 30 days.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic cardiology and peripheral vascular examinations.
Perform vascular imaging, including carotid duplex, peripheral arterial duplex, ankle/brachial indices, segmental pressures, peripheral venous duplex, and cerebrovascular duplex.
Perform cardiac imaging, including echocardiography, exercise stress echo, chemical stress echo, and transesophageal echo.
Perform noninvasive cardiac testing, including electrocardiograms (ECG), Holter/event monitor applications, and non-imaging stress testing.
Corroborate clinical history and assess whether the ordered procedure is appropriate.
Provide patient education and apply patient relations skills.
Maintain confidentiality of patients and customers and conduct work in a safe, professional manner.
Assume responsibility for the assigned area and report equipment malfunctions and procedure difficulties.
Complete quarterly mandatory education requirements.