Ultrasound Tech - PRN - Varies; FTE

Pay Range

$46.82 - $65.34 per hour (dependent on experience)

The Vascular/Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for daily operations of the sonographic department, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA). The sonographer always maintains a high standard of medical ethics and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.

• Coordinates program activities to ensure consistent delivery of quality patient-centered care and efficient operations in support of hospital goals and objectives.
• Leads the development, implementation, ongoing assessment and improvement of Sonography programs, patient-care protocols, standards of care, policies and procedures. Monitors outcomes: identifies opportunities/gaps and initiates appropriate enhancements and/or corrections. Disseminates new or revised policies, procedures and initiatives.
• Performs all requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician. Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians as required. Coordinates with other staff as appropriate to ensure patient care is provided.
• Engages with both internal and external partners to advance the SPMC mission and vision. Participates in professional groups/associations.
• Participates in or leads SPMC work groups, projects and committees as assigned.
• Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.

• Builds and Maintains Relationships:
  Actively gets to know direct-reports and peers. Customizes interactions to meet the needs of different groups. Demonstrates the ability to build alignment and commitment within and across functions to achieve common goals; encourages others to work collaboratively. Surfaces and resolves conflicts in a timely and constructive manner; seeks to understand others’ points of view.
• Communicates a Compelling Vision and Direction:
  Engages staff to understand and support the SPMC mission and vision; ignites the passion of individual team members to advance the vision. Effectively uses a variety of tools to motivate and inspire action.
• Demonstrates Effective Management
  
  Skills:
  
  Accurately and timely executes managerial tasks, such as:
  Manages financial resources effectively. Maintains equipment and physical space. Manages department to meet service and performance expectations. Maintains appropriate staffing levels and competency of staff. Monitors and manages staff performance, satisfaction and engagement. Maintains accurate and complete paper and electronic records. Initiates actions to improve data integrity and standardization of processes. Develops and monitors department performance indicators; provides regular reports to leadership.
  
  Develops/recommends strategies to address areas of concern. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and federal, state and local laws.
• Develops Self and Others:
  Pursues personal and professional development. Maintains professional skills and awareness of regulatory changes, compliance issues, innovations and developments through research and training/continuing education opportunities. Serves as a professional resource and subject matter expert. Reflects on successes and failures and applies lessons learned. Trains, develops, and guides employees; provides honest and clear feedback regarding strengths, weaknesses and areas for development. Encourages employees to reflect on their successes and failures and identify lessons learned.
• Drives Results:
  Ensures team understanding of roles and accountabilities; aligns efforts; monitors, recognizes & rewards progress. Translates ideas into concrete actions; inspires followers; mobilizes resources; anticipates potential problems and develops contingency plans to overcome them. Works across organizational boundaries to achieve…