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Facility: Chula Vista Medical Center

City Chula Vista

Department

Job Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

FTE

0

Shift Start Time

Shift End Time

ARRT Certificate - ARRT; Other; AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Hours :

Shift Start Time:

Variable

Shift End Time:

Variable

AWS Hours Requirement:

8/40 - 8 Hour Shift

Additional Shift Information:

Per Diem - Variable Shift

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

On-Call Required:

Yes

Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):

$54.315 - $70.084 - $85.852

This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with SEIU-UHW. As part of the terms of employment, employees in this role are required to join the union within 31 days of hire and remain a member (e.g. dues paying, fee paying, religious exception contributor) for the duration of the collective bargaining agreement.

Job Information

Department: Ultrasound

Location: Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

Job Type: Per Diem

Work Shift: Variable Shift - This position is eligible for PM shift differential of $2.75/hour OR Night Shift differential of $4.25/hour for eligible hours worked.

What You Will Do

To perform a wide variety of technical procedures with quality patient care, assisting Physicians as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of formal training program in an AMA approved school and meets the requirements of an appropriate State and/or Federal mandated certification or equivalent.

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography -REQUIRED

• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 Year related experience.

• ARRT Certificate - ARRT -PREFERRED

Essential Functions

• Patient and family educationProvides pre and post procedure education and reassurance to include but not limited to: Type of procedure, length of procedure, physician involved, contrast administration and mode of delivery, positioning, the report, patient satisfaction form, etc.Interacts and communicates in a manner to reflect an understanding of the patient's age, culture, state of health, level of comprehension.Communicates and interacts with the patient's family in a way that is perceived positive and supportive while maintaining patient confidentiality.

• Produce high quality examsUnderstands and applies appropriate imaging techniques to achieve the highest quality study obtainable.Performs exams and positions according to department imaging, cardiac, or vascular ultrasound protocols.Labels and identifies studies correctly using legal marker set.Uses imaging equipment proficiently.Uses imaging agents (contrast) according to protocol.Performs routine and special procedure exams as assigned.

• Quality assuranceVerifies patient identification and pregnancy status if appropriateAssists Radiologist or Cardiologist in procedures while practicing sterile techniques to prevent cross-contamination.Delivers safe, efficient and therapeutic care.Performs proper procedure on proper patient.Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions and sterile techniques.Observes the patient, reports any changes in status, and initiates appropriate action to ensure a positive outcome.Follows patient's Advanced Directive, if applicable.Follows HIPAA guidelines for PHI as appropriate.

Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class.

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