Cook County, IL Chicago , IL 60602
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LOCATION: JOHN H. STROGER, JR. HOSPITAL
DEPARTMENT: Radiology- Sectional Imaging
SHIFT: 4:00pm- 12:00PM alternate weekend rotation
UNION: SEIU 73
Job Summary
Performs services related to patients undergoing general and vascular ultrasound examination. Duties include operating Ultrasound equipment as well as performing all types of Ultrasound examinations on patients.
Typical Duties
required relating to patient matters.
produce quality images which can be interpreted by Radiologist.
according to the diagnostic findings.
diagnosis.
of procedures.
immobilization and support devices to obtain position of patients and selects proper firm.
procedural changes and work schedule.
the system is down.
learned, heard or viewed in the course of work or association with the hospital
Minimum Qualifications
employment
(Must provide proof at time of interview)
(Must provide proof at time of interview)
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
limited to abdomen, OB breast, extremities, small parts and Doppler studies to include
vascular, venous and arterial studies
appropriate
equipment & controls to produce optimum radiographic images
various body sizes and ages
Working Conditions
A. Physical activities:
Amount of activity per day: Sitting 60%, Standing 10%, Walking 30%
The employee will frequently:
a. Assist patients with ambulation
b. Work with body bent over at waist
c. Reach above shoulder level
d. Work with arms above shoulder height
e. Work with arms extended at shoulder height
f. Work with hands at waist level
g. Reach or stretch from the waist
a. Transfer patients into or out of a chair
b. Transfer patients from bed to cart or table to cart
c. Push/pull objects greater than 30lbs
a. The employee will continually lift objects (such as cassettes) weighing up to 15 lbs.
b. The employee will frequently lift objects (such as patients) weighing greater than 30 lbs.
a. Patients on carts and wheelchairs weighing up to 300 lbs. are moved
200 feet. Carts are equipped with wheels.
b. No equipment is available to assist with pushing/pulling. Co-workers are
frequently available to assist.
B. Hand Coordination Activities: Gross manipulation, fine manipulation, simple grasping, and
hand twisting of both hands are needed to operate the ultrasound machines. Power group of
both hands is need for patient transfers.
C. Working Conditions: The patient will have limited exposure to radiation hazards.
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.
VETERAN PREFERENCE
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When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
OR
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
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MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
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