Job Information
Catholic Health Initiatives Sonographer in Lincoln, Nebraska
Overview
CHI Health St. Elizabeth founded by the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration in 1889 is a full-service 260-bed nonprofit regional medical center in Lincoln Neb. St. Elizabeth specializes in the treatment areas of newborn and pediatric care women’s health burn and wound cardiology oncology emergency medicine orthopedics and neuroscience.
Responsibilities
Proper assessment of the patient and their abilities to participate in ordered procedures. Provides a clear explanation of the procedure including; duration, process, and what to expect following completion
Selection of the proper equipment, setting correct technical factors, procedure protocols and gathering proper supplies prior to performance of the procedure. Obtains clear and complete history from the patient and or patient record and records that data into patient record to assist in image interpretation and future patient encounters
Is able to perform quality assessment of images obtained and is able to evaluate equipment issues and reports assessment to supervisor, manager or director
Ensures all equipment is in working order at the beginning of the day and prior to starting of a procedure
Is responsible to participate in and have a good understanding of all department, campus and system quality improvement projects
Qualifications
Education
- Currently enrolled in, or graduate of, a Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Radiology Technology program or graduate of a post-secondary allied health profession program and on-the-job training with registered sonographer
License and Certifications
BLS from the American Heart Association
ARDMS board certification within 6 months of hire
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Understands methods and is capable of performing venipuncture as required for position
Demonstrated ability to set and maintain multiple priorities in an environment with shifting priorities
Must be self-motivated, and able to take ownership of projects/assignments
Must be a team player with excellent follow-up and customer service skills
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills
Interpersonal skills in dealing with guests and team members
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Pay Range
$30.47 - $44.19 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
