Technical Director - Vascular Lab - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Job Title

Principal duties and responsibilities.

Education: Completion of Registered Vascular Sonographer accredited program with attainment of RVTAssociates Degree or higher required

Licensures/Certifications: Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification). Must have certification from ARDMS as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) Demonstrated competence in the specialty area(s) to be performed, including sonographer certification by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).

Experience: Minimum 5 years of vascular experience preferred with proficiency in all aspects of vascular testing.Experience with vascular laboratory leadership preferred.

Skills: Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients and families who may be under physical and/or emotional stress. Communication skills in order to exchange information on a professional basis with fellow professional, non-professional, and ancillary personnel. Analytical skills necessary to determine the best method of providing requested ultrasound exams based on the specifics of the individual case. Ability to detect pathology based on knowledge of physiologic causes and effects of diseases. Ability to educate regularly rotating ultrasonography students and to mentor early career staff within department Understanding of ICAVAL protocol and accreditation Ability to accrue vascular lab data Serve as QI/QA liaison to confer closely with Medical Director

Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Performs all phases of vascular ultrasound examinations utilizing a high degree of technical aptitude with an in-depth knowledge of normal anatomy and physiology. Recognizes the significance of all structures that are visualized and differentiates artifacts from normal or pathological processes. Performs routine measurements and calculations. Extensive sonography education, training, and experience in the specialty area(s) to be performed. Extensive clinical experience in providing sonography services and demonstrated ability to mentor and support staff sonographers. Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning (e.g., continuing medical education in the specialty area(s) performed, higher education, research, staff training, etc.).

Quality Assessment/Quality Improvement Primary Responsibilities: Ensure that the sonography examination results meet the facility standard for Quality Assurance before findings are released for interpretation. Provide oversight for the assessment of sonography examinations performed within the vascular lab for technical and image quality, and accuracy. Work with the Medical Director to ensure quality patient care. Function as the clinical, technical leader/expert in sonography imaging within the vascular lab. Accountable for the creation, oversight, and implementation of scanning protocols and quality control activities. Provide technical, image quality, and accuracy oversight for the assessment of sonography examinations. Ensure that appropriate accreditation is secured and maintained. Carryout quality assurance protocols and quality improvement measures.

Equipment Use & Maintenance Primary Responsibilities: Perform quality control procedures to ensure that the ultrasound equipment operates at optimal levels. Exercise responsibility to ensure that the ultrasound equipment is functioning accurately. Provide education and training to sonographers in the utilization of new equipment features/benefits or scanning techniques. Responsible for the preventive maintenance program for ultrasound equipment. Ensure that appropriate ultrasound equipment is secured and provide opportunities for staff input during the equipment selection and purchasing process. Provide education and training to sonographers in the utilization of new equipment features/benefits and scanning techniques.

Supervision and Management Primary Responsibilities: Responsible for day-to-day operation of sonography services within the facility. Provide general supervision and evaluation of the sonographer staff. Ensure staff compliance with clinical and operational protocols, policies, and procedures. Ensure that sonographers have timely access to equipment, supplies and logistical support. Exercise responsibility for the direct supervision of staff sonographers. Provide input for the performance assessment of staff sonographers. Exercise responsibility for sonography team building, morale, and performance. Provide leadership and direction in developing new approaches for patient care services Assist with the direction and guidance for departmental workflow. Assist with workload scheduling.

Health Care team InteractionPrimary Responsibilities Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, administrators, and members of the health care team. Assist with the education and training of sonography students.

Professional DevelopmentPrimary Responsibilities Assist with the mentoring and professional development of sonography staff. Ensure that staff professional education requirements are met and maintained, including applicable licensure, certification, and/or accreditation standards. Assist with the coordination of any research projects that involve sonography staff. With the Medical Director, conduct research and publish scholarly material related to vascular testing and test findings. Assist and provide leadership with the daily operation of the vascular lab.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:

Respect

• Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy

• Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities

Excellence

• Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
• Actively pursues learning and self-development
• Pays attention to detail; follows through

Accountability

• Sets a positive, professional example for others
• Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
• Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
• Reports to work regularly and on time

Teamwork

• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
• Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
• Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
• Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others

Ethical Behavior

• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
• Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers

Results

• Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
• Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
• Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
• Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently

Pay Range

$43.39 - $78.10

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.