CV Sonographer

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, CV Sonographer at INTEGRIS Health Enid Hospital in Enid, OK.

• INTEGRIS Health, Oklahoma's largest not-for-profit health system, is looking for a committed caregiver to join our team.
• Working PRN at INTEGRIS Health offers flexible scheduling, competitive pay and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
• Join us in our mission to partner with people to live healthier lives.

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, CV Sonographer at INTEGRIS Health Enid Hospital in Enid, OK.

• Completion of a CAAAHEP accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonographer program or equivalent clinical experience (Students must be within 60 days of graduation to be eligible for employment)

• ARDMS-RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) OR ARRT-S (Sonography) OR ARRT-CI (Cardiac Interventional Radiography) OR CCI-RCS (Registered Cardiac Sonographer) within 12 months of hire
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Issued by American Red Cross or American Heart Association OR CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Issued by American Red Cross or American Heart Association within 30 days of hire
• Other certifications and competencies required based on service line skill

• Self-motivated and able to work independently to accomplish tasks that require self-direction
• Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education, workshops, cross training, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise
• Skilled in the utilization of computers and medical equipment used in functional area
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with healthcare providers, including other sonographers, physicians and nurses

The Cardiovascular Sonographer is a trained medical imaging professional with an advanced understanding of echocardiography and vascular ultrasound to acquire appropriate echo cardiographic and/or vascular data to provide the highest quality of care. Cardiovascular Sonographers have an in depth understanding of the cardiovascular system including anatomy and pathophysiology to obtain diagnostic images and prepare preliminary reports for review and interpretation by the Cardiologist.

This position works independently and may be required to work weekends, cover call, and rotate holidays as needed. Additionally Cardiovascular Sonographers may be required to float to alternate Integris sites as needed.

The Cardiovascular Sonographer core responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Prepares patients for procedures and obtains clinical history, as well as explains the purpose of the ultrasound examination to the patient and answers questions appropriately.

• Maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information in accordance with privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA) and facility policies, and procedures.

• Apply judgement and make informed decisions regarding daily exam worklist and prioritizing exams appropriately.
  
  Ability to carry out daily schedule through individual or cooperative efforts.

• Performs daily operations within the department, reporting deficiencies appropriately.

• Works closely with the team to ensure quality processes and adherence to protocols as well as being a team player.
  
  Assist with unit or organizational accreditation activities as delegated.

• Participation in after-hours, weekend and holiday on call rotation required while abiding by departmental on call response policy.

• Performs hand hygiene and equipment disinfection between patients and utilizes the appropriate PPE/sterile measures during procedures.

• Spots check exams for required views and adequate demonstration of anatomy and measurements.

• Complete exams within the required timeframe.

• Identifies and defines abnormalities specific to the procedure.

• Extends the scope of the exam appropriately, deviating from standard techniques when necessary and correlates other diagnostic test results with anatomy and function.

• Perform multiple ultrasound procedures using various equipment and techniques.
  
  Make necessary measurements for accurate, high-quality results.
  
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