TENTATIVE EXAM DATESTentative Training and Experience: Periodically Until Filled Typical Tasks Consults with referring Physician regarding patients medical history to determine the type of ultrasonic procedure required and to correlate the clinical history with the test to be performedPerforms diagnostic imaging in the modality of Diagnostic Medical Sonography including ultrasound of the abdomen, spleen, liver, renal, pancreas, gallbladder and any other retroperitoneal, thyroid, breast, testicles, neonatal, biophysical profiles, carotid Doppler, vascular Doppler, pelvic and obstetrical examinationsMay perform pulse and continuous-wave Doppler assessmentsOperates a variety of ultrasound equipment; applies high frequency ultrasonic waves to patients through the use of transducers to produce images of internal organs for diagnostic interpretationSelects and operates ultrasound and ancillary equipment and ensures its proper functioning for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications/protocol of examinationAdjusts equipment controls according to protocol and Radiologist orders for the part of the body to be examinedAssesses general patient condition (including stability, pain and safety) and takes appropriate action as necessaryExplains examination process to the patient; prepares, instructs and assists patient throughout the procedureTransports patients using gurneys, wheelchairs and/or beds; transfers patients to and from the examination tableDocuments observations made during the procedure for final interpretation by the RadiologistPerforms first aid as necessaryMay assist in training ultrasound intern/residents and other ultrasonographers in ultrasound proceduresMay participate in Quality Improvement effortsLabels permanent records of scans or identifies images, manipulates and sends images via the Picture Archive Communication System (PACS) networkSets up sterile and non-sterile trays, and provides instruments, medical devices and supplies as requestedCleans instruments and stocks procedure rooms and ancillary areasAssists in scheduling procedures and patients; receives and assists patients and other customersAnswers departmental telephone callsMaintains accurate records as directedAccurately bills for additional equipment or medical supplies required to perform proceduresPerforms other related work as required Minimum Qualifications Certificates Required: Possession and maintenance of a valid certificate as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) issued by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography; and a valid certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) issued by the American Red Cross or Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association. Annually Location Martinez, CA Job Type Permanent Part-Time Job Number V8VD-2020A Department Health Services - Continuous Opening Date 11/10/2022 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit TC Description Benefits Questions The Position The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increases: 5% on July 1, 20235% on July 1, 20245% on July 1, 2025 Bargaining Unit: Local 856 - Health Services UnitThe Contra Costa County Health Services Department is seeking qualified individuals interested in the Ultrasound Technologist I positions located in the Diagnostic Imaging Unit at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center in Martinez, CA.