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Ultrasound Technologist I/II - Intermittent

Salary

$86,000.34 - $115,327.64 Annually

Location

Ventura and Santa Paula, CA

Job Type

Intermittent

Job Number

0331HCA-23AB (MD)

Department

Health Care Agency

Division

Ventura County Medical Center and/or Santa Paula Hospital

Opening Date

09/06/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description

• Benefits

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Description

Under direct supervision for Ultrasound Technologist I and general supervision for Ultrasound Technologist II, the ultrasound t echnolog ist is responsible for preparing and positioning patients for various medical imaging procedures, such as, routine ultrasounds to produce high-quality diagnostic images that can be interpreted by a Radiologist.

PAYROLL TITLES AND APPROXIMATE SALARIES:

Radiologic Specialist I : $41.35 - $54.23 hourly

Radiologic Specialist II : $45.62 - $55.45 hourly

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Radiologic Specialist I - is the entry, training level of the Radiologic Specialist series.

Radiologic Specialist II - is the journey level of the Radiologic Specialist series. Incumbents have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience and perform their duties more independently in their respective specialty areas. Radiologic Specialist II will also assist in the training of student technologists and other imaging staff members as needed.

AGENCY/DEPARTMENT: Health Care Agency – Ventura County Medical Center/Santa Paula Hospital

Radiologic Specialist I and II are represented by the Service Employees' International Union (SEIU) and are eligible for overtime compensation.

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, Per Diem Pool, and Extra Help vacancies. There are currently two (2) intermittent vacancies at Ventura County Medical Center and Santa Paula Hospital .

NOTE: An Intermittent Employee is a person employed for intermittent/temporary work on a day-to-day basis. Intermittent employees are not regular County employees and are not eligible for County benefits. Additionally, Intermittent employees are limited to working a maximum of 1,664 hours per fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:

OPENING DATE: September 6, 2023

CLOSING DATE: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications to meet business needs. It is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible. (Previously: September 20, 2023 at 5:00 P.M.)

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Prepares and positions patients for examination according to approved ultrasound protocols;

• Operates various portable and stationary imaging equipment throughout the hospital to obtain images for diagnostic interpretation by Radiologists;

• Completes the billing process for each patient encounter utilizing all Radiology department electronic systems and the hospital electronic medical record system;

• Transports patients to and from the imaging departments when necessary;

• Assists in the training of student technologists and other imaging staff members ; and

• Performs other related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications

These are entrance requirements to the examination process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:

Radiologic Specialist I

• Graduation from a single two-year allied health education program that is patient-care related; OR

• Graduation from a program accredited by The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Professionals (CAAHEP) that specifically conducts programmatic accreditation for diagnostic medical sonography/diagnostic cardiac sonography/vascular technology; OR

• Bachelor’s degree in sonography or vascular technology; OR

• Bachelor’s degree in any major and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time clinical ultrasound/vascular experience. (NOTE: this experience cannot be used to satisfy the experience required below for Radiologic Specialist II)

Radiologic Specialist II

In addition to the requirements above for the Radiologic Specialist I, the Radiologic Specialist II also requires:

• A minimum of two (2) years of Ultrasound experience

  NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

• Must be willing to accept Intermittent work.

• Must possess and maintain a valid CPR certificate.

• Must be willing to work various shifts at Ventura County Medical Center and Santa Paula Hospital .

  DESIRED

• Registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

Comprehensive knowledge of: anatomy, physiology, physics and medical terminology as it relates to each imaging modality; exam specific requirements when imaging neonates, pediatric and adult patients; adherence to HIPAA regulations; documentation required for exam billing processes; general imaging patient care practices/operations utilized in a hospital setting; and ultrasound.

Skill in: positioning patients for image acquisition; shielding patients per ALARA; and recognizing and evaluating projected images for clarity, content and scope of examination.

Demonstrated ability to: perform routine and complex and/or specialty imaging services studies to include measurements of normal and abnormal pathology and detailed anatomical statistics; proficiently perform exams requiring sterile field set-up and maintenance; exercise a high degree of tact, courtesy, poise, sensitivity and respect when explaining procedures to patients; provide clear and concise explanations to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation; establish effective working relationships with patients, physicians, and staff; and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Supplemental Information:

Duties may be performed in an acute care setting and include frequent lifting of and/or transportation of patients by wheelchair or gurney/stretcher, may require moving imaging equipment to patient's bedside for portable studies and standing for extended periods of time, may include possible continued exposure to x-radiation scatter, and include possible exposure to various types of infectious diseases, blood, body tissues or excretions.

Shift assignments may include VCMC and/or Santa Paula Hospital and day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday hours.

Recruitment Process

FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. (Previously: Applications must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources no later than 5:00 p.m. on September 20, 2023.)

To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at www.ventura.org/jobs. A paper application can be obtained by calling (805) 654-5129. Our address is: County of Ventura, Human Resources Division, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.

LATERAL TRANSFER OPTION: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here (http://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/HR/docs/Lateral_Transfer.pdf) for additional information.

NOTE: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, they may not be submitted in lieu of the application and supplemental questionnaire.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE – qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire will result in the application being removed from consideration.

APPLICATION EVALUATION – qualifying: All applications will be reviewed to determine whether or not the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process.

WRITTEN EXAMINATION - 100% : A job-related written examination will be administered to test candidates' knowledge of ultrasound, data review, and interpersonal relationships. Candidates must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list.

Applicants successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record may be required for this position.

For further information about this recruitment, please contact Maritza David by e-mail at Maritza.David@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 677-5162.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE

Service Employees International Union (LOCAL 721)

(SEIU)

To learn more about Benefits, Retirement, and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), see links below.

• Benefits website (https://hr.ventura.org/benefits) or you may call (805) 654-2570.

• Retirement FAQ's (https://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/benefits/docs/RETIREMENT%20-%20FAQs.pdf)

• Memorandum of Agreement

Union Codes: UPA, UPC, UPE, UPH, UPI, UPJ, UPT, UWS

01

The current vacancies are intermittent positions. Are you willing to accept intermittent work?

• Yes

• No

  02

  Do you possess a valid CPR Certification?

  Note: In order to receive credit for this, you must include the certificate information in the Certificates and Licenses section of your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being disqualified.

• Yes

• No

  03

  Positions require working various shifts, weekends, days, evenings, graveyards, and holidays at both VCMC and SPH ultrasound departments. Are you willing and able to work such a schedule to meet the demands of the job?

• Yes

• No

  04

  Have you graduated from a single two-year allied health education program that is patient-care related?

  If yes, you must include the degree and/or certificate information in the Education or the Certificates and Licenses section of your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being disqualified.

• Yes

• No

  05

  Have you graduated from a program accredited by CAAHEP that specifically conducts programmatic accreditation for diagnostic medical sonography, diagnostic cardiac sonography, and/or vascular technology?

  If yes, you must include the degree and/or certificate information in the Education or the Certificates and Licenses section of your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being disqualified.

• Yes

• No

  06

  Please select the option below that indicates your highest level of education completed.

  Note: In order to receive credit for this, you must include the degree information in the Education section of your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being disqualified.

• No degree

• Associate's degree

• Bachelor's degree

• Master's degree or higher

  07

  Do you have the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time clinical ultrasound/vascular experience?

  Note: Full time is considered 40 hours per week; anything less than that must be prorated. In order to receive credit for this, this experience must also be included in the Work History section of your application.

• Yes

• No

  08

  Using complete sentences and proper grammar, describe your full-time Ultrasound experience. In your response, be sure to include the employer(s) name, dates of employment, and specific functions for which your were responsible. If you do not have this type of experience type, "No experience".

  Note: Full time is considered 40 hours per week; anything less than that must be prorated. In order to receive credit for this, this experience must also be included in the Work History section of your application.

  Required Question

Agency

Ventura County

Address

800 S. Victoria Avenue LOC. #1970 Ventura, California, 93009

Phone

(805) 654-5129

Website

http://hr.ventura.org

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