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Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/Imaging Services, or other Clinical Services Director where applicable, directs, checks, reviews, assigns, organizes and coordinates the work of other Sonographers; produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Essential Functions:
- Directs, checks, reviews, assigns, organizes and coordinates the work of three or more Sonographers with regular schedules of 20 or more hours per week.
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. Prepares and positions patient for examination.
- Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test. Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.
- Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
- Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination.
- Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results. - Orients new hires and trains students.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job motivates and provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire or discipline.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Must have equivalent of five years (10,400 hours) recent ultrasound experience within the last ten years with no more than one year break in experience within the last four years.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- BLS certification.
- Must be registered and competent 5 ARDMS registries that are performed by the Lab.
- NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers. Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
- Must demonstrate competency and perform all five specialties routinely.
]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT 3678201-Silicon-Valley-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 183337

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/Imaging Services, or other Clinical Services Director where applicable, directs, checks, reviews, assigns, organizes, and coordinates the work of other Sonographers; produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Essential Functions:
- Directs, checks, reviews, assigns, organizes, and coordinates the work of three or more Sonographers with regular schedules of 20 or more hours per week.
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. Prepares and positions patient for examination.
- Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test. Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.
- Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
- Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination.
- Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
- Orients new hires.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job motivates and provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire, or discipline.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Must have equivalent of three years (6,240 hours) of continuous ultrasound experience within the last six years with no more than one year break in experience within the last four years.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- BLS.
- Must have three ARDMS registries in any specialties.
- NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers. Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
- Must demonstrate competency and perform all three specialties routinely.
]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT 3678200-Silicon-Valley-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 182643

Directs and manages the day-to-day operations of their specific area of responsibility which includes all personnel activities, technical oversight, general workflow and budget. Ensures compliance with federal state and local requirements.

Essential Functions:
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Prepares and positions patient for examination.
- Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
- Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.
- Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.
- Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
- Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination.
- Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
- Orients new hires.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.



Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- BLS.
- Must have one ARDMS registry in any specialty.
- NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers. Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
- Must demonstrate competency and perform the specialty routinely.]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT 3678141-Silicon-Valley-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 181334

Under direct supervision of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, operates bone densitometry equipment to produce quality images. Perform related technical functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

Essential Functions:
- Assists radiologists and/or technologists during procedures.
- Maintains the highest standard of patient care as specified in regional and local policies and procedures.
- Assembles supplies needed for examinations and transports patients as needed.
- Operates and records bone densitometry images of optimal diagnostic quality by set standards and procedures based upon individual patient needs.
- Completes scans re-analysis and distribution to referring physicians, outpatient records, and bone density files.
- Performs procedures such as archiving, copying, and sending optical/floppy discs to other facilities as well as archiving database.
- Retrieves and delivers film jackets as needed.
- Uses computerized systems to maintain daily logs, patient schedules and performs any other related clerical duties as needed.
- Understands the computer programs and required protocols for examinations.
- Maintains proper file room inventories.
- Assumes responsibility for the orderliness and cleanliness of the bone density suite and other imaging areas assigned.
- Cleans technical and auxiliary equipment to ensure quality and hygiene for infection control purposes.
- Answers phones and explains department procedures when needed.
- Must be able to train new B.D.T. employees and students, as needed.
- Perform other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of experience.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting Program or an in-house Kaiser Permanente Medical Assisting program, or have at least two (2) years of experience assisting patients and physicians in a high-volume department.
- Must have completed a State of California approved course of training in Bone Densitometry.
- Current BLS required.
- Certified by the State of California (limited permit in Bone Densitometry - X-ray Bone Analysis).
- Must be fully proficient in Bone Densitometry to the full satisfaction of the department manager and have knowledge of the required protocols in performing Bone Densitometry procedures.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.]]> Wed, 01 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT 3618860-California-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 175317

Reporting to the Manager, Cardiac Cath Lab/Special Procedures, the Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist is responsible for performing a wide variety of specialized invasive cardiovascular diagnostic and therapeutic procedures that assist in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of cardiovascular disease.
Essential Functions:
- Performs specialized & routine diagnostic & interventional radiology procedures.
- Assists qualified physicians in fluoroscopic & special x-ray examinations.
- Records, stores, retrieves, & analyzes data obtained during procedures.
- Monitors the patient to recognize changes in ECG rhythm & pressure, document & immediately communicates to the corresponding physician.
- Assists w/ procedures, ensuring maximum compliance to principles of aseptic technique by self & members of the team.
- Provides imaging during procedures.
- Completes documentation, reports & data entry on computerized exams.
- Maintains & evaluates equipment, performs quality control tests, troubleshoots & performs minor repairs as needed.
- Sets-up, maintains & monitors IABP equipment.
- Acts as preceptor or assist in the training of new staff as well as functions as the department resource person.
- Identifies continuous quality improvement issues & assist w/ quality assurance program.
- Complies w/ requirements for being on off-hour stand-by coverage for emergent cardiac catheterization in dedicated cath labs or cadiac catheterization & interventional radiology procedures.
- Reports for call duty within defined time frames.
- Functions independently & autonomously when on stand-by duty.
- Demonstrates & applies knowledge in specialty area & takes responsibility to maintain necessary knowledge, skills & abilities.
- Completes required continuous training & education, including department specific requirements.
- Complies w/ established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood & other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, asbestos, & other hazardous substances.
- Demonstrates knowledge & skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to patients served within the unit.
- Performs hemodynamic & dysrhythmia monitoring & documentation of procedures, which may include, but is not limited to the following: Right heart cath, Left heart cath, Coronary angiography, Graft angiography, Pulmonary angiography, Menthegine provocation study, IHSS studies, Temporary pacemakers, Permanent pacemaker implantation, Intra-aortic Balloon insertion, Aortic stenosis studies, Valvuloplasties, Patent Foreman Ovale Closures, Intravascular Ultrasounds, Rotablations.
- Operates & troubleshoots hemodynamic computer systems including transducer balancing digital imaging transfer, storage, & retrieval systems in addition to dispensing patient CDs to appropriate Hospitals & Physicians.
- Familiarity w/ the Crash Cart & the CVT/Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist role in CPR & defibrillation during a Code Blue situation.
- Responsible for Quality Control on radiology imaging equipment.
- Weekly Fluoroscopy checks & radiation protection for the medical staff & Physicians.
- Responsible for monthly statistics & quarterly film badge rotation.
- Assists the RN w/ admission process; continuously monitors & assists the physician & RNs during cardiac cath in dedicated cath labs or cardiac cath & interventional radiology procedures.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.


SPECIFIC DEPARTMENT DUTIES:
- Santa Clara Medical Center, as a Cardiovascular Hub requires positions in the Cardiac Catheterization area to cover standby, at the Hub and at assigned spoke sites. This may include, but is not limited to the San Jose campus, Fremont campus, and Redwood City campus.
- Staff may be assigned to work at Fremont, San Jose, or Redwood City Cath labs on an intermittent basis.
- Work at Fremont, San Jose, or Redwood City will include Interventional Radiology work in addition to Cardiac Catheterization Lab. Training for this position may include working or attending classes at multiple sites.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Graduate of an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
- Completion of sixteen (16) week training program in cardiopulmonary technology upon hire.
- Must possess current BLS, ACLS, and California Fluoroscopy Permit.
- Must possess a current CRT license.
- Knowledge of contrast media (ionic vs. nonionic).
- Knowledge of coronary artery anatomy and cardiac physiology in relation to invasive cardiac procedures.
- Demonstrated competence with critical thinking, interpersonal, and technical skills.
- For a dedicated cath lab, demonstrated proficiency and competency in performing Cardiac Cath and PCI, within six (6) months of hire.
- For a combo lab, demonstrated proficiency and competency in performing Cardiac Cath, PCI and Interventional procedures, within six (6) months of hire.
- Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties on patients of all ages as determined by employer.
- Excellent verbal, written and non-verbal communication skills.
- History of providing efficient, high quality service to patients in a courteous, caring manner and interacting effectively with co-workers in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.]]> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMT 3395266-California-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 162205

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes. A Dedicated Specialty Sonographer is defined as a Sonographer I or II, registered in one or two disciplines performed by the lab, whose permanent work assignment is in an area where the scope of practice and work is limited to ultrasound exams and procedures in one or two registry disciplines as defined by the ARDMS.
Essential Functions:
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Prepares and positions patient for examination.
- Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
- Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.
- Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.
- Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
- Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination.
- Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
- Orients new hires.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Must have two ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in any specialty.
- BLS
- NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers.
- Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
- Must demonstrate competence and perform the specialties routinely.
- All ARDMS cardiac registries will be recognized and awarded for advancement from Dedicated Specialty Sonographer I to Dedicated Specialty Sonographer II in Dedicated Cardiac labs.
- The ARDMS Fetal Echocardiography registry will be recognized and awarded for advancement from Dedicated Specialty Sonographer I to Dedicated Specialty Sonographer II in Dedicated Obstetrical labs.]]> Sun, 16 Dec 2012 14:00:00 GMT 3080456-California-Imaging-and-Radiology