Clinical Lead, Ultrasound

The Clinical Lead – Ultrasound is responsible for providing administrative and clinical oversight of the Ultrasound department.

Job Relationships

Reports to the Advanced Imaging Operations Manager.

Principal Responsibilities

• Develop and implement policies and procedures to maintain high quality imaging across the practice.
• Coordinate monthly department meetings with managers and technologists.
• Leadership in all areas related to the Ultrasound department.
• Schedule patients within accreditation guidelines.
• Recommend equipment purchases; coordinate with vendors to identify new packages and products available to the Clinic.
• Provide input into performance evaluations.
• Train and mentor new Ultrasound technologists and students.
• Assure Ultrasound staff are compliant with established policies and procedures. Address identified issues and consult with the Operations Manager to achieve necessary actions.
• Coordinate with the Ultrasound Operations Manager on issues related to staff retention and recruitment.
• Participate in educational activities.
• Perform or delegate all duties as defined in the Ultrasound Technologist position.
• Responsible for equipment maintenance and ordering of supplies.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Minimum of two to three (2-3) years’ experience in Diagnostic Ultrasound preferred.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited Ultrasound program

Licenses/Certificates

• Must maintain current registration with ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography)
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Communicates highly sensitive information to physicians and administration in a professional manner.
• Must be able to perform diagnostic Ultrasound exams.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.

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