Ultrasound Specialist III Part Time

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Stockton, CA - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 15 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction

This recruitment is being given to fill 2 part-time positions in the San Joaquin County and to establish an eligible referral pool to fill future part-time opportunities. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.

NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.

TYPICAL DUTIES

  • Obtains images of internal organs with ultrasound techniques as an aid to differentiation of cysts abscesses and other pathological conditions.
  • Selects the appropriate operating mode for the specific ultrasonic examinations of cardiac motions recognizes abnormal conditions and adjusts recording techniques to obtain appropriate display.
  • Measures biparietal diameter; tests and records fetal heartbeat; conduct examinations of pregnant patients to determine placenta location fetal position multiple gestation and abnormalities.
  • Conducts fetal echocardiograms; checks the patients history to anticipate the effects of previous surgery childbirth and other conditions which could affect the ultrasonic image of internal organs.
  • Prepares and position patients for display of area to studied; posts results.
  • Demonstrates ultrasound techniques to radiologic technology and/or ultrasound students; monitors students performance of procedures correcting faulty techniques and explaining appropriate methods; documents students progress and maintains appropriate records.
  • Performs all exams that are commensurate with the level of certification such as more complex ultrasound procedures and/or mammographic exams and related QC duties.
  • May perform radiologic or mammography procedures if licensed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EITHER PATTERN I
Experience: Three years of full-time paid work experience performing ultrasound examinations in a physicians office clinic or hospital which included one year of experience equivalent to an Ultrasound Specialist II in San Joaquin County.

OR PATTERN II
Education: Graduation from an approved ultrasound/vascular technology education program.

Experience: Two years of experience including one year of experience equivalent to an Ultrasound Specialist II in San Joaquin County.

OR PATTERN III
Education: Graduation from a two-year allied health education program that is patient care related.

Experience: Three years of full time clinical ultrasound/vascular experience including one year of experience equivalent to an Ultrasound Specialist II in San Joaquin County.

AND
Special Requirement: Must demonstrate competence to perform at least two ultrasound modalities such as abdominal cardiovascular vascular obstetrical/gynecological ultrasound procedures.

Certification: Certification as a Radiologic Technologist and/ or Certification in Mammography by the Department of Health State of California may be required.

KNOWLEDGE

The theory and techniques of ultrasound; operation and care of ultrasound equipment; methods of positioning patients for ultrasound procedures physical and organic anatomy; operation of transducers and camera.

ABILITY

Position requires sitting standing manual dexterity bending or stooping and lifting of patients; position patients for a variety of imaging examinations; must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form: work independently and carry out ultrasound techniques; operate a variety of standard and complex equipment.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mobility-Frequent operation of a keyboard; standing for long periods of time; walking pushing/pulling and operation of heavy equipment; occasional sitting for long periods of time and stair climbing; Lifting-Constant lifting of 5 lbs. or less; frequent restraining lifting/turning heavy objects or people; occasional lifting of 5 to above 70 lbs.; Visual-Constant need for overall vision hand/eye coordination and reading/close up work; frequent need for color perception depth perception and field vision; Dexterity-Constant holding reaching and grasping; frequent writing; Hearing/Talking-Constant hearing of normal speech and talking in person; frequent hearing on the telephone/radio and talking on the radio; occasional hearing of faint sounds; Emotional/Psychological Factors-Constant public contact decision making concentration and working alone: frequent exposure to hazardous materials trauma grief and death: occasional weekend/night work and overtime/travel; Environmental Conditions-Occasional exposure to hazardous materials.

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and upon request will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age ancestry color creed marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation or belief pregnancy race religion sex or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division ().

Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and upon request will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

BENEFITS

Part-Time Employee Benefits: Part-time employees who meet the appropriate eligibility criteria may receive health insurance benefits and step increases.

Selection Procedures

Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.

Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at prior to the examination date.

Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.

Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen.

Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship (parent child grandparent grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage may not be appointed promoted transferred into or within the department when:

  • They are related to the Appointing Authority or

  • The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other

Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.

Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply Online:

mail or in person:

San Joaquin County Human Resources

44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330

Stockton CA 95202

Office hours:
Monday Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays.

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When a final filing date is indicated applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail which are not received by the final filing date will not be accepted. (The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division).

San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer: San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age ancestry color creed marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation or belief pregnancy race religion sex or sexual orientation. For more information go to
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IntroductionThis recruitment is being given to fill 2 part-time positions in the San Joaquin County and to establish an eligible referral pool to fill future part-time opportunities. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online...
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