Ultrasound Technologist Lead Position Available In Warren, Mississippi

Merit Health River Region
Vicksburg, MS
Merit Health River Region
#108358
Ultrasound Technologist Lead
Job Details
Location
Vicksburg, MS
Merit Health River Region
Hours
Full Time
Job Description
Job Summary The Ultrasound Technologist Lead will leverage their expertise in ultrasound technology to guide and enhance the team’s efforts in improving diagnostic services, focusing on conducting non-invasive ultrasound studies. This role involves providing technical leadership, managing projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and accessibility of ultrasound services. Additionally, the lead will mentor junior staff, oversee quality assurance processes, and stay updated with the latest advancements in ultrasound technologies to ensure the services provided are of the highest quality, leading to the best patient outcomes. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that include: Competitive wages, 401(k), Tuition assistance, Tuition reimbursement, Pet insurance, Certification fee renewal reimbursement coverage, and much more! Essential Functions
Leads ultrasound team and oversight of ultrasound department operations with reporting to Imaging Director
Schedules staff for ultrasound services as needed to include on call services
Serves as a liason between ultrasound department, other clinical departments, and Imaging Medical Director to review and revise policies and procedures as needed
Maintain ACR or other accrediting agency requirements (if applicable)
Oversees ultrasound department QC program and ensures all regulatory requirements are met
Create, modify, and maintain ultrasound scanning protocols in conjuction with Imaging Medical Director and Imaging Department Director
Oversee and evaluate orientation and training of staff. May provide input in the review and evaluation of staff performance.
Ensure all ultrasound equipment is within operating standards and engages equipment vendors with service concerns
Follows all ultrasound scanning protocols, recognizes and documents pathologies seen while scanning for interpretation by radiologist
Serve as a techical or functional resource and peforms similar duties with staff
Perform routine and complex ultrasound studies and assist n a variety of imaging procedures
Ensure all charge captures are entered into RIS
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Associate Degree Graduate of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology required
1-3 years Clinical experience as an ultrasound technologist required
3-5 years Clinical experience as an ultrasound technologist preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Expertise in ultrasound technology
Proficiency in conducting non-invasive ultrasound studies
Providing technical leadership
Project management skills
Scheduling organization
Collaboration with cross-functional teams
Mentoring and training junior staff
Overseeing quality assurance processes
Staying updated with advancements in ultrasound technologies
Strong leadership and team management skills
Knowledge of regulatory standards and safety protocols
Demonstrates knowledge to select proper transducer and gain settings to produce diagnostic images.
Complete exams based on the exam type and patient limitations.
Requires organizational skills and basic knowledge of office operations.
Demonstrates well developed interpersonal and communication skills necessary to establish and
Positive therapeutic/working relationships with all internal and external customers.
Perform exams and consult with Radiologist as needed.
Licenses and Certifications
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• ARDMS or ARRT
• Sonography or registry eligible required or
  ARDMS
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography or ARDMS registry eligible required
  BCLS
• Basic Life Support required

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To apply, please email elizabeth_hatley@chs.net