Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – Obgyn, Central Park

University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine Dean’s Office, Community Practice Division

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – OBGYN, Central Park

Diagnostic Procedure Technologist III

Position #00795049 – Requisition #25222

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

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The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

School of Medicine Dean’s Office, Community Practice Division has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Diagnostic Procedure Technologist III, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – OBGYN, Central Park position.

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Position Purpose:

Performs sonography in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Essential Duties:

• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in patient status as appropriate
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral, and attend to all age-related physical, spiritual, and psychosocial needs.
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders in order to perform prescribed study.
• At the direction of a qualified physician or advance practice provider (APP), performs a variety of procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative in the utilization of ultrasonic equipment for the diagnosis of disease in humans.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including re-positioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participates in practice’s process and performance improvement activities and initiatives.
• Serves as a champion for patient safety.
• Participates in CU Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives and metrics.
• Must be able to travel/cover to alternate locations as assigned
• Ensures that the service expectations of both internal and external customers are met and/or exceeded.
• Ensures compliance with all infection control standards.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies (CDPHE, CMS, OSHA, etc.)

Supervisory Responsibility:

• None

Required Skills:

• Ability to organize workflow
• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency
• Ability to perform basic filing, office procedures and word processing
• Ability to deal with stressful situations
• Ability to work as an effective team member
• Ability to compile complex reports and develop presentations
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures
• Ability to negotiate, persuade and establish direction
• Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people
• Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks
• Ability to compose letters and memorandums
• Ability to lead work teams
• Ability to work within large, complex healthcare systems
• Ability to plan, coordinate and develop multiple projects
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels, to include physicians, leadership, and staff within the various affiliate organizations (UCH, Children’s Colorado, CU Medicine, CU SOM)

Personal Relationships:

• Skilled job requiring high level of adaptability and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Frequency:

• C= Constant: More than 2/3 of the shift
• R= Rarely: Less than once an hour
• F= Frequent: 5-12 times/hour or up to 2/3 of the shift
• O= Occasional: 1-4 times/hour or up to 1/3 of the shift
• N= Not at all

• Position requires the ability to work in multiples spaces (on and off site)

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this position.

Minimum Qualifications*:

• Licensure /Certifications:
  • Registered as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
  • Registered as a Technologist (RT) and certified in Sonography (S) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). State licensure if required by law
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider required
• General Diagnostician: 2-3 years of ultrasound technician experience
• Obstetric/MFM Diagnostician: 4-6 ultrasound technician experience
• Registered as a Technologist (RT) and certified in Sonography (S) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). State licensure if required by law
• Cardiology/Vascular Diagnostician: 2-3 years of ultrasound technician experience
• Registered as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technologist program or Diagnostic Medical Sonographer program
• Obstetric Diagnostician Specialty: Fetal Echo Training within 12 months of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider required
• Musculoskeletal Diagnostician: 2-3 years of ultrasound technician experience

• Please see the chart below for more information

Combination of related education and experience may be considered.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will be responsible for travel expenses related to the interview process and any relocation expenses, if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS Office
• 4+ years of ultrasound technician experience in an outpatient setting within specialty
• Continuing education/training in specialty (Cardiology/Vascular, General/abdominal, Musculoskeletal, Obstetric/MFM)
• Bilingual, Spanish-speaking
• 4+ years of ultrasound technician experience in an outpatient setting
• Computer Skills:
  • Basic keyboarding skills
  • MS Office
  • EPIC
  • Kronos
• EPIC
• Basic keyboarding skills
• Kronos

Salary and Benefits:

The hiring rate (or budgeted rate) for this position begins at $68,496 per year.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate at the time of posting.

This position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits:

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Diversity and Equity:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected].

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

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