Minimum Education: Completion of an accredited Technical Ultrasound Program.
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS)
Work Experience: 1 - 2 years related experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Effective interpersonal, written and oral communication skills suitable for the communication technology based information with a broad spectrum of individuals. Ability or organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Directs daily operations of the Ultrasound section to include image quality, section technology performance, and quality control. Initiates or participates in departmental projects such as marketing, quality assurance and improvement. Works collaborative with the physician section chief to achieve quality Ultrasound images and services. Monitors and controls the daily operation of the department. Proficient with the processes necessary to maintain accurate and complete records relative to procedure performed. Maintains statistics relative to Ultrasound. Assists in the development and implementation of departmental operating and capital budgets as required. Maintains monthly budget within + - 2% of established standards. Analyzes reports and provides variance reports within a timely manner. Manages the human resources of the department within established standards and in a timely manner. Communicates effectively to all staff members. Conducts monthly scheduled section meetings with staff and provides written summaries. Monitors and controls safety and regulatory affairs requirements within the department. Works intra and inter departmentally to improve customer service, patient care, program development and issue(s) resolution. Develops plans and implements collaboratively with department director. Participates in continued education activities both during and outside normal working hours. Attends a minimum of 75% of departmental meetings and in-services.
Decision Making: Independent judgment in planning sequence of operations and making minor decisions in a complex technical or professional field.
Working Relationships: Direct Supervision of others - No. of people supervised: (13) Prepares and gives performance evaluations. Works directly with patients and/or customers. Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.
Special Job Dimensions: None.