Sonographer I-Vascular

Hospital Sisters Health System • Springfield, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Prepares and performs various sonography studies per protocol and as ordered per the provider. Processes studies to include preparation for interpretation by the physician and a preliminary test result. Provides patient care in accordance with the standards of care specific to age and the individuals' needs. Coordinates departments QA initiatives. Maintains required competencies. Develops departmental and/or community wide educational activities. Is responsible for facilitating the national accreditation process.

Requirements

• Graduate of or currently enrolled in an allied health program is required.
• Certification as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) from the American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS) or a Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is required.
• OR must be eligible to sit for the RVT or RVS exam AND must obtain registry within 6 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
• Demonstrates problem solving skills
• Excellent collaboration and team building skills.
• Friendly and customer service oriented.
• Possesses a high degree of initiative and flexibility with a proactive approach.
• Demonstrates excellent judgement and decision-making skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree in allied health, applied science or completion of certificate/training program is preferred.
• Experience in ultrasound/sonography preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and performs various sonography studies per protocol and as ordered per the provider.
• Processes studies to include preparation for interpretation by the physician and a preliminary test result.
• Provides patient care in accordance with the standards of care specific to age and the individuals' needs.
• Coordinates departments QA initiatives.
• Maintains required competencies.
• Develops departmental and/or community wide educational activities.
• Is responsible for facilitating the national accreditation process.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
• Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
• Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
• Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
• Wellness program with incentives
• employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage
• flexible spending accounts
• employee assistance program
• ID theft coverage
• colleague rewards and recognition program
• discount program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree