Lead Ultrasound Vascular Technologist

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care. Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers. Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence. Department: CC207779 Vascular Institute Job Description Summary: Position Responsibilities Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infections disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, procedures and assume responsibility for the safety of the patient during the sonographic examination, Implements Standard Precautions on all patients, as per hospital policy. Monitors supplies necessary to complete the ultrasonic examinations. Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information, patient's medical record(s) to verify physician's order prior to examination. Ensure that the sonography examination order is complete, contains relevant information, and meets the standard of “medical necessity.” Inspects images for quality, and monitors all images with respect to proper patient name, date and medical record number prior to interpretation by Radiologist. Assists with training of new technologists, technical assistants and physician residents in all phases of assigned procedures, as requested by supervisor/manager/director. Demonstrates competency and observes safety guidelines when operating all specialized equipment in assigned clinical area, performs quality control procedures to ensure that the ultrasound equipment operates at optimal levels. Communicate with the patient in a manner appropriate to the patient’s ability to understand. Apply independent judgment during the sonography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images. Performs advanced sonography services or other tasks (i.e.: PICC lines, PVR's, ABI's, renal artery, interventional procedures, etc.) as delegated by the supervising physician, consistent with education, training, and facility protocols, policies and procedures. Adjusts to variable schedules and/or procedure techniques that may be required at times. Oversees and supervises technologists in the daily performance of assigned job responsibilities. Plans proper staffing in conjunction with patient volume, departmental needs and review same with Manager or Director. Recommends and participates in the hiring, promotion, disciplinary action and termination process of assigned personnel to the Manager or Director. Reports all equipment malfunctions to supervisor and clinical engineering immediately. Evaluates, counsels and reviews actions of assigned personnel and reports findings to Manager or Director as needed. Provides a preliminary report (electronically or manually) of sonography examination for use by the interpreting physician and documents any/all patient exam delays in EPIC "Tech Notes" with date/time & technologist's initials. Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of computer programs, particularly the EPIC and SYNAPSE systems. Completes exam data entry on all studies performed on a daily basis, as well as any other necessary paperwork associated with each case. Ensures that all images were successfully sent to the PACS system. Checks business e-mail daily, responds as appropriate & attends monthly department staff meetings as scheduled. On a daily basis, runs pending work report for department of responsibility for ordered, check-in and technically incomplete studies in order to assure timeliness & completion of all procedures ordered. Maintains regular contact with Manager, Director, Physicians and other healthcare personnel regarding procedures performed within the department or equipment failures that may affect the delivery of patient care. Qualifications License/Registration/Certification Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and certified with ARDMS Registry certification in Abdomen, OB/GYN RVT. Muscoloskeletal (RMSKS) certification preferred, but not required. BLS/CPR certification required. Education Graduate of an AMA Accredited Educational Program inDiagnostic Medical Sonography or equivalent. Experience Must be able to perform all tasks, and must possess effective communication skills, good judgment, problem solving skills and ability to plan, organize, direct and control activity. Benefits: We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs: Health benefits Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Healthcare spending accounts Retirement plan Paid time off Pet Insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Wellness program On-site housing for select positions and more! Degree Requirements: Certification: More than 4,000 people work at Mount Sinai Medical Center at more than a dozen locations throughout sunny South Florida, including our flagship, 672-bed hospital on Biscayne Bay at the gateway to Miami Beach. We’re the largest, independent, not-for-profit hospital in South Florida, and we’re the only hospital Healthgrades recognized for four years running as one of the top 5% in the nation. Clearly, clinical excellence is at our core.