Title: LD Ultrasound Tech - Monday-Friday 7am - 3:30pm - North Job

Date: May 11, 2023

Facility: North (0203)

Summary

The Lead Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for directing the activities of Ultrasound Technologists on the assigned shift. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Education/Experience/Licensure

Education/Formal Training

Work Experience

Credential/Licensure

REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree in health related field.

N/A

Certification and registration as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer through ARDMS in at least three of the following categories: Abdomen, OB/GYN, Vascular Technology, Breast, Neurosonography, or Cardiology.

(The third certification category is to be determined by the Administrative Director and will reflect the need of the facility.)

Effective June 1, 2018: New Hires and Current Associates are required to have BLS Certification.

PREFERRED:

Graduate from a CAAHEP or CMA approved ultrasound/vascular technology education program preferred.

N/A

Certification and registration as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) preferred.

SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED:

In lieu of Bachelor’s degree, must have a minimum of five (5) years’ directly related experience.

N/A

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Demonstrated leadership potential.
Ability to understand and prepare complex written materials, such as patient records and technical manuals.
Ability to communicate verbally with co-workers, physicians and patients and their families.
Prepared by education, training, or experience to work with adult, geriatric, pediatric, or neonate patients.
Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of workflow.

Key Job Responsibilities

Provides Practice Excellence through assessment, care, evaluation and education to patients and families in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Maintains and promotes compliance with all regulatory requirements, reimbursement standards, and policies and procedures related to area of responsibility.
Provides Leadership Excellence in clinical practice area.
Demonstrates a commitment to Learning Excellence through professional development and clinical expertise.
Demonstrates Role Clarity through professional competence, expertise, and knowledge, and supports the radiology profession through role modeling and fostering an environment of growth and learning.
Promotes Cultural Excellence with recognition and appreciation for cultural, ethnic, and generational diversity.

Physical Requirements

The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
Must have good balance and coordination.
The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
Handling and administering narcotics periodically throughout shift.