Lead Sonography Technologist

Responsibilities

• Acts as the contact person for ultrasound technologists.
• Performs diagnostic procedures applying prescribed methods of ultrasound technique.
• Explains procedures to patients and addresses their concerns.
• Ensures ultrasound-related supply levels are always adequate.
• Reports any equipment failures to the concerned department(s).
• Prioritizes and disseminates tasks to others.
• Trains staff in established and new procedures.
• Ensures clinical staff competency and protocol.
• Captivates employee time off requests with operational needs and resolves departmental operational problems.
• Participates in the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures related to ultrasound.
• Captivates patient flow and expedites patient care by coordinating workflow within the department, problem solving and adapting staff schedules for volumes of the day.
• Maintains the daily staff schedule for all positions, coordinating coverage for vacations, sick time, etc.

Qualifications

• Associate's / Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience in imaging or a related field.
• Current applicable state licensure in Diagnostic Sonography and national registration in Sonography (ARDMS or ARRT).
• BLS/CPR Certification.
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) Certification.
• 4 years experience in Sonography, imaging services or related field.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in imaging or related fields preferred.
• 6 years of experience in the appropriate modality field of imaging or related fields preferred.
• 2+ years of leadership/supervisory experience preferred.