What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Supervisor position at Healthcare Staffing Pros LLC?
POSITION TITLE: Ultrasound Supervisor
RATE: 34-60/HR (Flexibility)
POSITION SUMMARY
Organizes and manages the Diagnostic Medical Sonography section of the Medical Imaging department and supervises section personnel. As a working supervisor, routinely performs the duties of an Ultrasound Technologist.
EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required:
• Completion of formal program in Ultrasound and certified with ARRT or ARDMS
• Thorough knowledge of ultrasound protocols, procedures, and techniques with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience
• Previous supervisory experience
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills and leadership potential
• BCLS certified
Preferred:
• Above plus Associate Degree in ultrasound technology or radiography
• RVT certification
ADDITIONAL SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
• Must demonstrate ability to apply age-appropriate principles of communication and technical practice relevant to neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Must demonstrate competence in the use of equipment and application of procedures before performing independently
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports To:
• Radiologist(s) or Attending Physician(s) for clinical direction
• Supervises staff Ultrasound Technologists
• Clinical Manager, Medical Imaging for clinical, operational, and administrative issues
ACCESS TO INFORMATION
• Demographic: patient information such as name, date of birth, address, medical record numbers, etc.
• Clinical: admission chart, diagnosis, previous radiology reports, and other related data
• Organization: department and organizational policies and procedures
• Knowledge-based: access to Information Center reference resources and continuing educational seminars
TEACHING/INSTRUCTION RESPONSIBILITIES
• As assigned, provides instruction in the application of ultrasound procedures to students and other employees
• Contributes to the professional development of specified personnel by observing work, answering questions, explaining proper procedures, demonstrating techniques, and intervening as warranted to correct deficiencies or help resolve problems
• Effectively explains procedures and protocols, demonstrates procedures and techniques, and answers questions when teaching/overseeing others
• Provides objective, substantiated observations regarding technical competence of others upon request
BENEFITS
• $10,000 sign-on bonus with up to $5,000 in relocation