Lead Ultrasound Technologist (Ultrasound Tech)
Company: CARLE
Location: Peoria
Posted on: May 4, 2024
Job Description:
$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS - EXTERNAL ONLY To be the area expert in
performing routine and specialized examinations in Ultrasound;
adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic and/or therapeutic
results; prepare patients for examinations. This requires
independent judgment to adapt procedures to obtain specific
diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist,
cardiologist, or board certified vascular specialist. This position
is also the preceptor and resource technologist in the area for
training of employees/students and daily functions. Additionally,
all other duties are required or assigned.
- Clinical Excellence/Patient Care* Performs high quality
vascular and ultrasound procedures in a manner that ensures an
accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies,
procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of
all ages and is expected to be the expert.* Exhibits competency in
performing ultrasound procedures* Images required views
demonstrating appropriate anatomy and pathology* Knowledgeable of
catheters, biopsy instruments and sterile trays and prepares these
items as necessary* Obtains accurate histories and explains
rationale for procedure to patients/families * Evaluates the
finished images to ensure diagnostic exams are being submitted to
the radiologists* Maintains quality care throughout the procedure*
Maintains expert working knowledge of all medical Imaging
department Ultrasound equipment (including hardware and software)*
Expert and resource person for trouble-shooting equipment* Develops
and records protocols under the direction of the Medical Directors*
Maintains accurate performance records of all equipment* Assures
accrediting protocols are followed* Facilitates growth of the
combined areas of general and vascular
- Departmental Support* Assures competent personnel and continued
skill development* Continuously evaluates staff performance by
providing positive reinforcement and constructive criticism in a
professional manner* Manages personnel conflicts and seeks
direction from Radiology Manager* Facilitates staff development on
a formal and informal basis as well as new employee orientation
through a structured system* Communicates information and direction
to staff through effective mechanisms including at least bimonthly
staff meeting for which minutes are maintained* Monitors and
maintains skill level of staff in all areas of ultrasound*
Coordinates a training program for students and technologists to
ensure high quality exams* Displays leadership skills in their
daily process* Develops and implements a staffing plan by adjusting
staffing levels up/down based on daily workload* Provides input on
the evaluation of staff* Participate in the Quality Improvement
process* Leads in development of teamwork of staff to ensure
efficient and appropriate patient care* Networks with other
professionals regionally* Demonstrates ability to multitask to
assist with workflow* Develops new processes utilizing creative
ideas for a dynamic environment* Assists in achieving competencies*
Maintains a current knowledge by keeping abreast of trends in new
processes and procedures* Follow up on concerns/problems as needed*
Display a professional attitude in order to foster mutual respect
and creating a productive learning environment
- Quality Improvement* Maintains the quality assurance/quality
control programs for the area, providing written documentation.
Works daily to maintain ultrasound department productivity and
patient satisfaction* Responsible for ACR/ICSAL accreditation,
which involves collecting all images and reviewing images with the
Medical Directors and assembling/typing all material and images for
review* Works with the QA Ultrasound technologist to assure
continued accreditation is achieved in both ACR & ICAL* Maintains
equipment by reporting malfunctioning of the equipment to the
appropriate clinical engineering department* QA for specific exams
under Radiologist guidance
Keywords: CARLE, Peoria , Lead Ultrasound Technologist (Ultrasound Tech), Other , Peoria, Illinois
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