CV Sonographer II

CHI; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 47,788 - 71,070; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Cardiac Sonographer to join their cardiac team in Omaha. You will perform essential diagnostic tests to aid in the treatment of cardiovascular conditions. The ideal candidate should have expertise in echocardiography and maintain high standards of patient care while collaborating with medical staff. This position offers a competitive pay range of $34.69 - $51.59 per hour, reflecting your qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent clinical job training.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echo required within 12 months.
• Basic Life Support - CPR certification required within 30 Days.

Responsibilities

• Perform various diagnostic cardiology or peripheral vascular exams.
• Corroborate clinical history for appropriateness of ordered procedure.
• Provide patient education and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Echocardiography expertise

Patient education skills

Confidentiality maintenance

Technical skill in imaging procedures

Education

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Cardiac Sonographer, you will be a pivotal member of our cardiac team, performing crucial diagnostic testing to accurately diagnose and guide the treatment of patients with a wide range of cardiovascular conditions.

Every day, you will apply your independent judgment and advanced technical skills to perform state-of-the-art imaging procedures for patients presenting with conditions such as heart failure, heart rhythm disorders, and acute myocardial infarction, supporting decisions from minimally invasive interventions to major structural repairs.

To be successful in this role, you must possess a solid understanding of echocardiography imaging equipment, master proper patient positioning techniques, and expertly produce and analyze high-quality cardiac ultrasound images. Above all, you will continuously strive to deliver an exceptional and positive experience to our patients and their caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Performs various diagnostic cardiology or peripheral vascular exams including but not limited to:
  • Vascular Imaging
  • Carotid duplex
  • Peripheral arterial duplex
  • Ankle/brachial indices
  • Segmental pressures
  • Peripheral venous duplex
  • Cerebrovascular duplex
  • Cardiac Imaging
  • Echocardiography
  • Exercise stress echo
  • Chemical stress echo
  • Transesophageal echo
  • Noninvasive Cardiac Testing
  • Electrocardiograms (ECG)
  • Holter/Event monitor applications
  • Non‑imaging stress testing
• Corroborates clinical history and assesses patient for appropriateness of ordered procedure.
• Provides patient education, applies patient relations skills and maintains confidentiality of patients and customers in a safe and professional manner.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area, reporting equipment malfunctions and procedure difficulties.
• Is 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.

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent clinical job training, upon hire
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echo, within 12 - months or
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer CCI, within 12 - months and
• Registered Vascular Technologist, within 12 - months or
• Registered Vascular Specialist, within 12 - months and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, within 30 Days

Where You'll Work

CHI Health Immanuel, located in North Omaha just off of I-680 on 72nd Street, offers a full‑service hospital, cancer center, rehabilitation center, specialty spine hospital and more. For well over a century, our commitment to serve our community inspires our staff to provide the highest quality of care to all whom we have the privilege to serve.

Pay Range

$34.69 - $51.59 /hour