Ultrasound Technologist Lead

Job Summary

About the Role

The Ultrasound Technologist Lead provides clinical and operational leadership for the ultrasound department, ensuring the delivery of high-quality diagnostic imaging services. This role performs advanced ultrasound procedures, oversees department workflow, and supports training, quality control, and compliance efforts.

Responsibilities

• Leads daily ultrasound department operations, including workflow organization, staff scheduling, and coverage for on-call services to ensure efficient patient care delivery.
• Performs routine and complex ultrasound exams in accordance with established scanning protocols and documents findings for radiologist interpretation.
• Serves as a technical resource for ultrasound staff, assisting with protocol adherence, troubleshooting equipment issues, and guiding clinical best practices.
• Oversees onboarding, training, and clinical instruction for new technologists and students; provides input on performance and staff development.
• Collaborates with the Imaging Director and Medical Director to develop, maintain, and revise scanning protocols and departmental procedures.
• Manages the department’s quality control and assurance programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory and accrediting body requirements (e.g., ACR).
• Ensures ultrasound equipment is functioning within operational standards and coordinates with vendors for maintenance and service needs.
• Supports operational tasks such as approving timecards, tracking productivity metrics, and ensuring RIS charge capture accuracy.
• Maintains a clean and safe imaging environment, upholding infection control protocols and addressing patient or staff concerns as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist required
• Prior experience in a lead or supervisory role preferred

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of ultrasound equipment, scanning protocols, and sonographic anatomy
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Proficient in RIS/PACS systems and electronic health records
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with staff, physicians, and patients
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and regulatory compliance for diagnostic imaging services
• (S) - ARDMS or ARRT - Sonography certification or registry eligible required or ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography certification or registry eligible required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of ultrasound equipment, scanning protocols, and sonographic anatomy
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Proficient in RIS/PACS systems and electronic health records
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with staff, physicians, and patients
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and regulatory compliance for diagnostic imaging services

Benefits

• Maintains a clean and safe imaging environment, upholding infection control protocols and addressing patient or staff concerns as needed.

Pay

• TBD

Schedule

• TBD