at Cook County Government in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Posting:May 30, 2024, 7:37:12 PMClosing Date:Jun 14, 2024, 4:59:00 AMFull-timeShift Start Time:8:00A.M.Shift End Time:4:00P.M.
Collective Bargaining Unit:SEIU Local 73Posting Salary:$30.86-$37.27
Organization:Health and Hospital Systems
SEIU LOCAL 73
LOCATION: JOHN H. STROGER, JR. HOSPITAL
SHIFT: 8:00AM - 4:00PM
SALARY: Commensurate with Experience
Job Title Ultrasound Technician (OB/GYN/Sonographer) Department OB/GYN/Radiology
Job Summary
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.
Typical Duties
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.
Minimum Qualifications
* Completion of approved training program in diagnostic ultrasound program
* One (1) year of full-time work experience with varied imaging in diagnostic ultrasound
* Must have met one of the following criteria:
*ARDMS certified
ARDMS certified with OBGYN Board Certification
* Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) trained with certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
* 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.
* Experience and knowledge of Infection Control and safety Policies and be skilled in the operation of diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Examinations.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
* 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
Working Conditions
A. Physical activities:
1. Amount of activity per day: Sitting 60%, Standing 10%, Walking 30%
2. The employee will frequently:
. Assist patients with ambulation
b. Work with body bent over at waist
c. Reach above shoulder level
d. Work with arms above shoulder height
e. Work with arms extended at shoulder height
f. Work with hands at waist level
g. Reach or stretch from the waist
3. The employee with continually:
a. Transfer patients into or out of a chair
b. Transfer patients... For full info follow application link.
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