Ultrasound Technician - Achn-Family Planning Clinic

PLEASE BE ADVISED that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and the SEIU Union. Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants. Cook County is assembling a list of qualified candidates for this position that will be considered should the position not be filled with internal eligible applicants.

LOCATION:

ACHN

DEPARTMENT: FAMILY PLANNING CLINIC

SHIFT: 8:00AM - 4:00PM

PAY RANGE: $40.411 - $48.769 Hourly

Salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application submittal. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.

Summary Job Summary UNION (SEIU LOCAL 73)

The Ultrasound Technician (OB/GYN/Sonographer) performs services related to patients undergoing general and arterial ultrasound examination. Duties include operating Ultrasound equipment as well as performing all types of Ultrasound examinations on patients. Under general supervision, is responsible for performing sonographic images on anatomical portions of the human body by operating ultrasound equipment. Performs highly technical ultrasound procedures involving specialized knowledge of anatomy and pathology as it pertains to Obstetrical and Gynecology patients and participates in pregnancy terminations.

Processes and critiques sonographic images, practice infection control and adhere to safety measures.

• Communicates with medical staff, nursing personnel, outpatient registration and others, as required relating to patient matters.
• Obtains and records an accurate patient history
• Performs ultrasound procedures utilizing mobile and stationary ultrasound equipment.
• Analyzes technical information.
• Uses independent judgment in recognizing the need to extend the scope of the procedure according to the diagnostic findings.
• Provides quality patient care.
• Collaborates with members of the healthcare team.
• Prepares patient for ultrasound, positions and assists patient at end of procedures.
• Collaborates with Maternal Fetal Medicine Division Chair concerning procedural issues.
• Adjusts equipment, determines proper gain, brightness and desired images, arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain position of patients and selects proper firm.
• Communicates with Maternal Fetal Division Chair relating to quality control, equipment calibration, procedural changes and work schedule.
• Prepares room, equipment, medicine and materials as needed for patients.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment per Infection Control policies.
• Transmits images via PACS system.
• Protects all patient health information (oral or recorded in any form) that is obtained, handled, learned, heard or viewed in the course of work or association with the hospital.
• Performs other duties as instructed.

• Completion of approved training program in diagnostic ultrasound program (Required)
• One (1) year of full-time work experience with varied imaging in diagnostic ultrasound (Required)
• Must have met one of the following criteria: (Must provide proof at time of interview)
  • ARDMS certified
  • ARDMS certified with OBGYN Board Certification
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) trained with certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) (Must provide proof at time of interview)
• Training, experience, and competent in the practice of diagnostic medical ultrasonographic exams, including Doppler and color imaging as well as thorough knowledge of anatomical structures and basic body physiology. (Required)
• Experience and knowledge of Infection Control and safety Policies and be skilled in the operation of diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Examinations. (Required)

• Knowledge and competency in performing general ultrasound to include but not limited to abdomen, OB breast, extremities, small parts and Doppler studies to include vascular, venous and arterial studies
• Basic knowledge of patient care
• Basic computer skills and ability to perform required tasks in Radnet and other systems
• Applies knowledge of patient restraints policy and procedures
• Understands the use of pediatric immobilization devices
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills; communication techniques are age appropriate
• Ability to use a variety of ultrasound equipment
• Demonstrates ability to position patients of various body sizes and ages correctly & manipulate equipment & controls to produce optimum radiographic images
• Demonstrates ability to select appropriate safe technical factors for exposure for patients of various body sizes and ages

• A. Physical activities:
• Amount of activity per day:
  Sitting 60%, Standing 10%, Walking 30%
• The employee will frequently:
  • Assist patients with ambulation
  • Work with body bent over at waist
  • Reach above shoulder level
  • Work with arms above shoulder height
  • Work with arms extended at shoulder height
  • Work with…