Title: Ultrasound Technologist

State Role Title: 49092

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location:Hiram Davis Medical Center

Agency Website:www.hwdmc.dbhds.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Ultrasound Tech will perform high quality Ultrasound images for interpretation by our Radiologists. To use appropriate training and skills to deliver quality services. Responsible for maintaining current quality assurance and agency standards in the provision of services. To back up the EKG technologist when necessary. The Ultrasound Technologist will provide timely and accurate imaging to patients on the DBHDS Southside Campus utilizing the Ultrasound Machine recently purchased. The position of Ultrasound Technologist will increase patient care due to being able to send images directly from facility to the radiology group that would make for a more efficient and faster read time.

This position is eligible for Quasi-Full Time Status (32 - Hours Per Week).

Minimum Qualifications

-Board certified or eligible by either the ARRT (US) or ARDMS. If eligible must pass boards within 6 months of start date.

Additional Considerations

- Dual certification in Ultrasound and x-ray a plus
- VASC Certification preferred
- American Heart BLS

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

An extensive criminal history background investigation, not limited to employment references, drug testing and E-Verify will be conducted.

Applicants must list all relevant experience that you wish to be considered for this position. Applicants will be provided confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. A fingerprint-based criminal history check and reference checks are required for the selected candidate for this position. Under Virginia Code §37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services is prohibited from employing or using as volunteers, persons who have been convicted of specific "barrier" crimes or persons who may be the subject of pending "barrier" charges.

DBHDS facilities are no longer required to ensure that all staff members are vaccinated against COVID-19. However, facilities encourage and educate staff on the benefits, and continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination programs to staff, residents/clients. Employees may be required to disclose immunization status for purposes of infection prevention and/or management of outbreaks. Upon acceptance of a job offer, new recruits will be asked to disclose their vaccination status (and for those fully vaccinated, proof of vaccination) during the pre-employment process. If you have any questions, contact the Office of Human Resources.

Commonwealth's Alternate Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor with the Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS, to get their Certificate of Disability. To obtain a Certificate of Disability go to: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview process per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at (804) 524-7600 for assistance.

DBHDS is an equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.

Contact Information

Name: Ferdinand Osama

Phone: 804-524-7437

Email: HiramHR@dbhds.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.