Position Description

Priority Screening Date: Thursday, January 2, 2025 23:59pm. Application materials will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled. Please allow up to (2) two weeks for processing of application materials. (Postmarks and faxes not accepted.) The eligible list established by this recruitment maybe used to fill current and future permanent or temporary vacancies as they arise. Exam #24/50R33/12SS.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Natividad is seeking to fill two (2) per-diem Sonographer positions in the Diagnostic Imaging Department. Under the direction of the Chief Radiologic Technologist, performs ultrasound examinations of patients as ordered by physicians, and does other related work as required.

Examples of Duties

THE SIGNIFICANT DUTIES OF THE POSITION ARE AS FOLLOWS:

Examines patients using ultrasound equipment; plans exams by reviewing medical charts.
Reviews and evaluates results of exams and gives preliminary reports to the Radiologist.
Organizes daily workload of the Ultrasound Department.
Performs routine maintenance on complex electronic medical equipment used in ultrasonography.
Performs correct infection control procedures on diagnostic equipment and while scanning a patient.
Selects proper transducer and applies correct setting for each specific exam to optimize the images.
Maintains detailed records by completing sonographer’s findings accurately and completely including applicable medical history in established timeframe.
Follows established protocols for scanning patients.
Follows critical findings policy by documenting and notifying appropriate provider.
Utilizes images from previous exam as a reference for comparison.
Uses proper ergonomic position while using ultrasound equipment.
Reviews patient’s orders to ensure correct exam for patient complaint and clarify the order with physician, if needed.
Completes ultrasound exams within established timeframe.

Examples of Experience/Education/Training

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

Will have proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Working Knowledge of:

Principles, practices and techniques used in ultrasonography
Human anatomy and physiology necessary to perform ultrasound exams
Medical terminology related to the administration and evaluation of ultrasound examinations and equipment: Electronic healthcare software and systems used.

Skills and Ability to:

Operate ultrasound equipment
Maintain detailed record of patient examinations
Communicate effectively with patients, physicians and other medical professional
See, hear and interpret visual displays and sounds from the ultrasonography equipment Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families and others contacted during the course of work.

EXAMPLES OF EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING

Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:

Education:Successful completion of a course of study leading to certification as a registered sonographer.

Experience:One year working with patients in a hospital or clinic.

Additional Information

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Natividad requires that all incumbents pass a pre-employment physical/medical assessment.
Natividad will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check.
Employees who drive on County business to carry out job related duties must possess a valid CA Driver License for the class vehicle driven and clean driving record.
Employees must have and show their original Social Security Card and a valid CA Driver License or CA State ID prior to the first day of work.
Incumbents may be required to work variable shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays;
Incumbents may be required to work with potentially hazardous and infectious substances.

**REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS AND SCREENING PROCESS**

The screening process is tentative. Should a change be made, applicants will be notified. The competitive process includes:

APPLICATION SUBMISSION: A completed Monterey County Application may be obtained from and submitted to the Natividad Human Resources Office, 1441 Constitution Blvd., Bldg. 300, Salinas, CA. 93906, or On-line applications may be submitted at www.natividad.com; resume and license and/or certifications (if applicable) may be attached to your online application or emailed separately to: SellanAM@Natividad.com. Resumes will be accepted in addition to, but not in lieu of the required application materials. For more information or to obtain regular paper application materials please contact the Natividad HR, 1441 Constitution Blvd.,(831) 783-2700, M - F, 7:30 a.m.- 5:00p.m.

QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL: All licenses/certificates will be verified via primary source. Completed application materials will be competitively evaluated. Please note: The initial screening for this position uses ONLY the applicant's answers to the Supplemental Questions. Screeners (who are Subject Matter Experts) are not given the application and/or resumes at this point in the process. Therefore, your answers to the Supplemental Questions are critical. The best-qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the process.

QUALIFICATIONS ASSESSMENT: To further assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, this process may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exam, or physical ability exam.

ELIGIBLE LIST: Applicants successful in the Qualifications Assessment process will be placed on an eligible list for possible final selection interview. This eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies.

SPECIAL NOTES

If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please contact the Personnel Analyst for Natividad at (831) 783-2711.
Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States.
If you are hired into this per-diem classification, you will not be eligible for benefits

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