Ultrasound Lead

Overview Waterloo, IA
- Allen Hospital

Shift: Varies, Full-time Assists in leading the day-to-day operations of the department. Schedules, supports and develops staff members. Collaborates with physicians/offices and other health care workers, to provide medical imaging and patient care while maintaining professional standards.  Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
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Responsibilities Coordinates rooms/schedules/staffing to compliment patient care needs.  Accountable for staffing needs and work schedules.  Reviews and approves payroll.  Helps with staff education/in-services/specialized skilled training programs.  Assists in the hiring and orientation program of newly hired staff.  Provides leadership by directing, coordinating and delegating patient care in an organized manner, allowing for flexibility.  Acts as manager when manager is absent.  Demonstrates the ability to meet the department work schedule.

Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes.  Responsible to maintain current professional expertise.  Promotes personal and professional growth among coworkers.  Exhibits discretion and sound judgment in all aspects of the job. Creates an environment that promotes staff empowerment.  Displays creativity and innovation when making recommendations for improvement in the delivery of services to the hospital.  

Is able to instruct and lead the staff so that a high level of productivity is maintained, intervening when necessary, to problem solve. Qualifications

Education:

HS diploma or equivalent required

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience:

Clinically proficient as a sonographer in performing diagnostic procedures, including vascular ultrasound, on patients of all ages.
Prefer 1-2 years of experience in US in the hospital environment, and demonstrated leadership abilities of transitioning from peer to supervisor position.

Licenses/Certifications:

Certified and holds current registration with the ARDMS or the ARRT in Sonography. Preferred RVT certified.

Job Summary

Requisition :
Medical Imaging and Radiology
- Non-Nursing

Location:

US-IA-Waterloo Address: 1825 Logan Ave Affiliate: 2520 UnityPoint Health Allen Hospital City:
Waterloo Department:
Ultrasound
- Logan State: IAFTE: 1.0

FLSA:
Non-Exempt Scheduled Hours/Shift: Varies Work Type (Portal Searching):
Full Time Benefits