Pueblo Community Health Center (PCH) · PerinatalPueblo , COClinic SupportPart Time - 30 , VariedPosted 02/23/2024OB Ultrasound Tech: Starting Pay Range: $41.00 - $46.00 an hourPueblo Community Health Center offers a flexible benefits program to full-time and part-time employees working 20 hours or more per week.Benefit opportunities presently available to employees are listed below:Medical InsuranceVision InsuranceLong-Term Disability InsuranceShort-Term Disability InsuranceLife Insurance403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity PlanCafeteria 125 Flexible Spending AccountIn addition to the benefits available for purchase through the Cafeteria 125 plan, Pueblo Community Health Center offers supplemental insurances and generous paid time off benefits including holidays and personal time off (PTO). The organization also contributes to the employee's tax-sheltered annuity plan after one year of service.Job Summary:The OB Ultrasound Technician will perform general, obstetric ultrasound and gynecological procedures in accordance with accepted protocols as directed by physicians. The Sonographer works closely with the healthcare team presenting data and images for interpretation and help in any interventional procedures. Performs high quality images and exams on patients while maintaining the sensitivity to patient needs.Reports to:Perinatal Services ManagerSupervision Exercised:NoneEducation/Experience/License/Certification:ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) Certification.OB/GYN credential preferredCurrent B.L.S. with skills demonstration C.P.R. certification for Healthcare Providers requiredRequired Travel:Infrequent travel may include limited local travelKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to operate ultrasound equipment.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Must show independent judgment when performing procedures and when addressing difficult or unusual situations.High level of skill in handling sensitive information and confidential information.Essential to have ability to understand verbal information, ability to exchange verbal information with others and ability to present information verbally.Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, staff, management and peers.Strong organizational and interpersonal skills including the ability to manage interactions with difficult people.Essential to have ability to read and understand written materials and ability to compose information/instruction in written form.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ensure the function and activities of this department to embrace the philosophy, mission, values and Communicate with Heart service model supported by the Board of Directors of Pueblo Community Health Center, Inc.Adhere to the guidelines and procedures of Pueblo Community Health Center, Inc.Maintain confidentiality of all personnel files, correspondence, meetings, telephone and or conversations.Explain the ultrasound procedure to patients and answer any questions they may have.Clean and sterilize the ultrasound equipment and room in which the procedure takes place, between patients.Perform the ultrasound ensuring the transducer (probe) is capturing images of every angle / section that must be assessed.Evaluate images for quality and interpret what was captured in the image.Present images and preliminary finding to physicians and healthcare team.Maintain patient records and add medical notes related to the ultrasound procedure.Follow safety standards in operating equipment.Maintain ultrasound equipment in appropriate operating condition.The above duties are not all inclusive and are not intended to limit or define the duties that may be assigned.Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that are typically required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee frequently communicates with employees and the public while performing routine office tasks and must be able to exchange accurate information.The employee frequently retrieves and disseminates information using written materials and electronic devices.Has verbal skill to instruct the patient while performing duties of Sonographer.Frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some heavy lifting, pushing and pulling exerted regularly throughout a regular work shift. Requires manual and finger dexterity and eyehand coordination for operationThe employee frequently moves or positions objects weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds while performing patient care tasks and routine office duties such as opening file drawers, moving patient files, etc.Company's website:Pueblo Community Health Center is a tobacco and drug-free workplace. EOE#J-18808-Ljbffr
