Ultrasound Technologist

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Posted: 11-May-24

Location: La Jolla, California

Salary: Open

Categories:

Other Staff/Administrative
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 129712

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 5/14/2024 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 5/23/2024. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, performs and records all sonographic procedures and assists with some specialty procedures in accordance with established departmental guidelines and protocols. Operates various types of ultrasound equipment, transducers, and recording devices. Recognizes normal and pathological conditions and modifies the exam accordingly to ensure complete and accurate high quality information is obtained. Prepares and positions patient for procedure by using established Ultrasound protocols to achieve the highest quality image. Reviews, verifies and evaluates images to ensure excellent image quality. Trouble shoots and resolves ultrasound related PACS issues. Participates in performance improvement projects within the department. Floats within department as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Duties are to be performed at a Practitioner Level. Floats to specialty unit (if qualified). Assists with mentoring of junior ultrasound technologists and students as needed. Assists other ultrasound technologists with difficult procedures that require advanced skills.

Depending on experience of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the Sr. Ultrasound Tech or Principal Ultrasound Tech level.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a school of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent years of experience.

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)in AB and OB/GYN.

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Two (2) years of relevant clinical experience.

• Possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Demonstrated computer skills.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call, and some overtime, as needed.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $130,229 - $161,966 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $62.37 - $77.57

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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