Ultrasound Technologist I PRN

Job ID

65384

Location

Broomfield

Full/Part Time

On Demand

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Why Work at Children's....

Here, it’s different. Come join us.    

Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years.

Here, the nation’s brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist’s outlook, a trailblazing spirit and a celebrated history, we’re making new strides every day.

We’ve been Magnet-designated three times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the nation’s top 10 pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. 

As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 12 specialty care centers, 400 outreach clinics and 7,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties.

We need your expertise.

A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it’s different. Do you have what it takes?

Additional Information

Department: North Campus Radiology

Hours per week: 1

Shift: Variable hours, locations and on call required

Job Overview

Performs a spectrum of ultrasound procedures on patients to include general, gynecological, vascular and pediatric specific exams; provides conscientious patient care while adhering to all quality and safety standards; and performs administrative duties (such as scheduling appointments, patient instructions, and maintenance of records). Works at the Anschutz campus as well as at the Network of Care locations as required.

Responsibilities

POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE

Neonate- < 30 days

Infancy- > 30 days to 1 yr.

Toddlers- > 1 yr. to 3 yrs.

Pre-schoolers- > 3 yrs. to 5 yrs.

School age-> 5 yrs. to 13 yrs.

Adolescent- >13 yrs. to 18 yrs.

Adult- >18 yrs. to 65 yrs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform.

Independently performs high quality ultrasound images that are evaluated and scored by the modality supervisor.

Provides age appropriate care and appropriately prepares patients for procedures.

Provides high quality patient care through the use of effective communication that explains the ultrasound exam and ensures patient comfort and safety.

Operates all equipment properly to include any adjunct equipment that is required.

Demonstrates competency in all aspects of RIS and PACs as it pertains to modality specific functions and use.

Manages patient priority and act as first responder when needed

Follows department policies, procedures and protocol.

Trains and mentors students and new hires.

Works variable shifts and takes call as needed.

Other Information

SCOPE AND LEVEL

Guidelines: Developmental, standard, or intermediate level.  Guidelines are generally numerous, well established, and directly applicable to the work assignment.  Work assignment and desired results are explained by general oral or written instructions.

Complexity: Duties assigned are generally complex and may be of substantial intricacy.  Work assignment is performed within an established framework under general instructions but requires simultaneous coordination of assigned functions or projects in various stages of completion.

Decision Making:   Decisions or recommendations on non-standardized situations are limited to relating organizational policies to specific cases.  Brings non routine issues to supervisor. Problems that are not covered by guidelines or that are without precedent are taken up with the supervisor.

Communications:   Contacts with team members, clients or the public where explanatory or interpretive information is exchanged, gathered, or presented and some degree of discretion and judgment are required within the parameters of the job function.

Supervision Received:  Under normal supervision, within a standardized work situation, the employee performs duties common to the line of work without close supervision or detailed instruction.  Work product is subject to continual review.

Qualifications

EDUCATION – Completion of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program

CERTIFICATION(S) –RDMS (abd) required within 6 mos of hire; RVT required within one year of hire; Pediatric sonography required within 2 years of hire; BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association with at least 6 months left before expiration is required upon hire.

Physical Requirements

Ability to Perform Essential Functions of the Job

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS

Audio Visual: Color discrimination: good

Audio Visual: Far Vision: good

Audio Visual: Near Vision : good

Audio Visual: Hearing: good

General Activity: Sit: 2-4 hours per day

General Activity: Stand/Wall; 4-6 hours per day

Motion: Bend: 1/3 or more of time

Motion: Carry: Up to 1/3 of time

Motion: Lift: Up to 1/3 of time

Motion: Pull: Up to 1/3 of time

Motion: Push: Up to 1/3 of time

Motion: Reach: Up to 1/3 of time

Use of Hands/Feet: Both Hands – Precise Motor function (fine manipulation)

Weight Lifted/Force Exerted: Up to 10 pounds: Up to 1/3 of time

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Exposure: exposure to blood/body fluids: Frequent

Exposure: exposure to infectious disease: Frequent

Exposure: Exposure to skin irritants: Occasional

Exposure: exposure to chemicals: Occasional

Mental and Emotional Requirements: Independent discretion/decision making

Mental and Emotional Requirements: Makes decisions under pressure

Mental and Emotional Requirements: Manages stress appropriately

Mental and Emotions Requirements: Works with other effectively

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation.  Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information.

Salary Information

Annual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $67,176.54 to $100,764.81

Hourly Salary Range: $32.30 to $48.44

Benefits Information

As a Children’s Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid sick leave and a robust wellness program.

Salary : $32 - $48