Ultrasound Supervisor

Responsibilities

Ultrasound Supervisor

Aiken Regional Medical Centers, located in Aiken, South Carolina, is a 273-bed acute care facility providing top quality and safe healthcare to the residents of Aiken and surrounding communities since 1917. Aiken Regional Medical Centers has been ranked a top hospital in South Carolina by the American Heart Association for its treatment of heart attack, heart failure and Stroke, and most recently, coronary artery disease.

Additionally, Aiken Regional provides comprehensive healthcare services such as behavioral health ( Aurora Pavilion Behavioral Health ), emergency medical care (main hospital and ER at Sweetwater ), orthopedic surgeries, maternity, rehabilitation services( Hitchcock Rehabilitation Services ), imaging, and wound care.

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The Sonography supervisor is responsible for management of all clinical and non- clinical operations within the Ultrasound department. Performs Ultrasound imaging as per MDC policies and procedures. Formulates policies and procedures as per industry standards which contribute to the mission of the organization. Maintains operations for appropriate modality accreditations. The Sonography supervisor assumes responsibility and accountability for operations within the department to include the ability to plan, organize and direct the activities of others. Under the direction of a radiologist, performs Ultrasound scans at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Performs a variety of technical procedures that requires independent judgment and ingenuity to apply prescribed sonography for diagnosis. Demonstrates Service Excellence at all times.

Duties:

1. Manages operation within department to include all aspects of staffing, scheduling, onboarding employees
2. Manages direct reports payroll, including approval of time off as per policy
3. Manages direct reports attendance as per policy
4. Provides work schedules in a timely manner
5. Maintains necessary accreditations within department as directed by Director or designee
6. Recommends and follows best practices for department as well as maintaining imaging protocols for best diagnostic quality for interpretation
7. Oversees the process for hiring new employees. Assists with the maintenance of job descriptions for all positions
8. Assures consistent, timely flow of information to team members. Notifies staff of any new or updated policies.
9. Improves departmental performance by assessing problems and finding solutions. Emphasizes high quality and takes action to improve. Shows foresight and encourages new ideas.
10. Implements, coordinates, and monitors departmental quality improvement projects.
11. Conducts meaningful performance planning and review with associates. Develop performance plans and professional goals.
12. Monitors adherence to policy, procedures, and practice guidelines.
13. Holds quarterly staff meetings.
14. Maintains adequate supplies according to budgetary restraints and corporate contracts.
15. Serves as a patient and family advocate. Investigates concerns, informs Director, and recommends a corresponding course of action. Interviews patients and family to evaluate services rendered.
16. Consistently achieves departmental goals for productivity management.
17. Demonstrates competency for all modalities employee is registered as well as maintaining current licensure
18. Assists in interpreting departmental and administrative policy and procedures and helps to ensure compliance.
19. Obtain quality diagnostic images, present cases to the radiologists and provide written impression of findings that will aid in rendering a diagnosis for the patient
20. Interact with students in professional and educational manner
21. Knowledge of policies and procedures for probe sterilization(Trophon)
22. Monitors and reports on all patient care, safety, medication, technical, and employee incidents.
23. Assures department compliance to all regulatory and accrediting agencies to include Joint Commission, DHEC, and ACR.
24. Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefit Highlights

• Sign On Bonuses for select positions
• Unlimited Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• Tuition/Certification Reimbursement after 6 months
• Culture of Excellence – Employee Recognition program
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Clinical Nursing Ladder opportunities
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing program
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. 

Qualifications

If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please reach to Victoria Luciano, or .

Requirements:

Education: Completion of formal training in an AMA approved school.

Experience: 3 years Ultrasound experience to include Vascular sonography, Supervisory Experience preferred. Written and verbal communication, Decision-making, Interpersonal skills, Adaptability, Time management, Conflict resolution, Cooperation, Mentorship, Positivity, Willingness to learn

License or Registration Requirements: Registered by and in good standing with the ARDMS . CPR Certified.

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