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<strong>Bargaining Unit: Local 856 - Health Services Unit</strong><strong><br></strong><div style="text-align: center"><br><img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/141/jobpostings/image/20250729134055_23CCH-LOGO-V01-HORIZONTAL-CLR-CMYK.jpg" alt="20250729134055_23CCH-LOGO-V01-HORIZONTAL-CLR-CMYK.jpg" style="width: 447px" class="fr-fic fr-dii"><img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/141/jobpostings/image/23CCH-LOGO-V01-HORIZONTAL-CLR-RGB.jpg" style="width: 300px" alt=""></div><div style="text-align: center"><strong>Ultrasound Technologist I<br></strong></div><br><div style="text-align: justify"><strong><u>Why Join Contra Costa Health?<br></u></strong>Contra Costa Health is the largest county department in Contra Costa County with over 4,700 employees. Our mission is to care for and improve the health of all people in Contra Costa with special attention to those who are most vulnerable to health problems. We provide services through nine operational areas: Behavioral Health, Contra Costa Health Plan, Emergency Medical Services, Environmental Health, Hazardous Materials, Health, Housing & Homeless Services, Public Health, Contra Costa Regional Medical Center & Health Centers and Detention Health.<br><br>The 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.<br>  <br>Under clinical direction, the Ultrasound Technologist I performs a variety of routine ultrasound imaging procedures in the diagnosis of diseases and study of malfunction of organs; assists physicians in related ultrasound procedures performed on outpatient, inpatient, and emergency patients at the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center (CCRMC) and Health Centers; and performs related duties as required.<br> <br><strong><u>We are looking for someone who is:</u></strong></div><ul><li style="text-align: justify">Able to understand and follow written and oral instructions</li><li style="text-align: justify">Able to work tactfully, sympathetically, and effectively with various types and conditions of patients with minimum supervision</li><li style="text-align: justify">Able to maintain the strictest levels of confidentiality</li></ul><div style="text-align: justify"><strong><u>A few reasons you might love this job:</u></strong></div><ul><li style="text-align: justify">Never a dull day! Intermediate to fast paced working environment</li><li style="text-align: justify">Will face challenging situations</li></ul><div style="text-align: justify"><strong><u>What you will typically be responsible for: </u></strong></div><ul><li style="text-align: justify">Performing diagnostic imaging in the modality of Diagnostic Medical Sonography</li><li style="text-align: justify">Operating a variety of diagnostic ultrasound equipment</li><li style="text-align: justify">Applying high frequency ultrasonic waves to patients through the use of transducers to produce images of internal organs for diagnostic interpretation</li></ul><div style="text-align: justify"><strong>To read the complete job description, please visit the website: <a href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/classspecs/5122?keywords=ultrasound%20technologist&pagetype=classSpecifications">https://www.cccounty.us/hr</a><u>. </u>The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.<br></strong></div><strong>Certificates Required:</strong> 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.<br><br><strong>Substitution:</strong> Proof of graduation from an accredited ultrasound training program and eligibility for the RDMS examination may be substituted for the required certification.<br> <br><strong>Incumbents must successfully pass the RDMS examination within six (6) months of hire.</strong><br><img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/141/jobpostings/image/Education Requirement.png" style="width: 582px"><strong>1. Application Filing:</strong> All applicants must apply on-line at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date.<br><br><strong>2. Application Evaluation: </strong>Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.<br><br><strong>3. Training and Experience Evaluation:</strong>Consists of an evaluation of each candidate's relevant education, training and/or<div>experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%)</div><br>4.Candidates must receive a score of at least 70, which may be an adjusted score, in order to be ranked on the eligible list.<div> <br>The examination steps noted above may be changed in accordance with the County's Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.</div><div><br></div><div><div style="text-align: center"><strong>CONVICTION HISTORY</strong></div><div style="text-align: center">After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.<br> <br><strong>DISASTER SERVICE WORKER</strong><br>All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.<br><br><strong>EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY</strong><br>It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.</div></div>

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