Ultrasound Supervisor

Department:
Diagnostic Imaging

Schedule/Status:
Varies; Full Time

Standard Hours/Week:
40

General Description:
The Ultrasound Supervisor reports to the Director of Diagnostic Imaging and Cardiovascular Services or designee. The US Supervisor is responsible for the coordination of US procedures and care partners; provision of efficient and accurate images based on patient diagnosis and oversees the operations of the US Department. Responsible and accountable for department operations, fiscal/financial management, quality, service, environment of care/safety, risk management, and human resource management. Supports the organization's vision, mission, goals and values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides all aspects of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Ultrasound care based on established standards. Demonstrates competencies in all procedures within the scope of practice, as appropriate to the ages of the patients served evidenced by: The ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the patient's needs; knowledge of growth and development; and understanding of how to compensate technical factors to provide an optimal clinical image for interpretation.
• Responsible for daily operations and management functions for area of responsibility. Daily prioritizes all Inpatients, Outpatients, and Emergency Ultrasound procedures, as well as the Radiologists/Cardiologists Invasive schedule as appropriate. Maintains cleanliness and general order of Ultrasound area. Responsible for the ordering / delegation of Ultrasound supplies ensuring appropriate levels are maintained. Responsible for ensuring supplies are ordered and for the evaluation of all new products within Ultrasound.
• Responsible for planning work schedules (i.e., On-Call, Daily and Weekend) for Ultrasound Care Partners. Responsible for the selection, evaluation, discipline, termination, license verification and in-service education of responsible Care Partners. Ensures competency skills, testing is complete and evaluates Ultrasound Care Partners during probationary and annual periods. Provides Diagnostic Imaging policy and procedure orientation as needed. Monitors Ultrasound Care Partners for compliance and takes corrective action when necessary. Oversees students rotating through the Ultrasound Department.
• Radiologists/Cardiologists. Completes accurate and timely PACS inputs.
• Responsible for completed and accurate charging of US procedures and related expenses. Monitors staff for compliance and takes corrective action when necessary.
• Interviews with patient, family members, nursing staff and physicians to collect pertinent information (patient history) to ensure an appropriate and efficient study.
• Maintains cleanliness and general order of US area. Responsible for the ordering of supplies, ensuring appropriate levels are maintained.
• Responsible for training other sonographers in US operations and oversee students rotating through the US Department.
• Collaborates with the radiologist and/or cardiologists to establish US protocols to optimize quality examinations. Reviews software updates by manufacturer.
• Directly assists radiologists in the performance of Invasive Radiology procedures delivering quality care to all patients using procedures and protocols to include sterile technique.
• Attends supervisory and staff meetings as appropriate and promotes the general professional attitude and objectives of the hospital to all patients, visitors, nursing, and medical staff.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned.
• Knows fire, disaster and safety procedures and regulations as it pertains to the work area.

Requirements:

Formal Education:

• Associate's Degree or other Two-Year College equivalent required.

Work experience:

• Greater than 2 years highly preferred.

Required Licenses, Certifications, Registrations:

• BCLS through The American Heart Association required.
• American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS): RDMS in OBGYN, AB, PS, and/or RVT(VT) required.

Full Time Benefits:
Eligible to participate in a number of PMC-sponsored benefits, including:

• Benefits Start on Day 1
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Program
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
• EAP, Flex Spending, Accident, Critical and Other Applicable Benefits
• Annual Accrual of 152 Personal Leave Bank (PLB) Hours

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Parrish Healthcare is a caring community of healthcare professionals passionate about excellence and fulfilling our mission of providing Healing Experiences For Everyone All The Time®.

Parrish Healthcare has a Culture of Choice®. This means a we have a healing work environment that empowers people to aspire to be their very best. We partner passionate, talented and skilled people in the right role with the right resources. We provide a clear and strategic direction to achieve superior results on behalf of the communities we serve.