Job Summary
The Supervisor of Ultrasound is responsible for the supervision of the diagnostic imaging modality while providing quality testing in the department.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Schedules, directs and assigns employee work activities in department.
- Monitors and evaluates staff performance and monitors and maintains accreditation standards.
- Performs supervisory responsibilities such as hiring, interviewing, conducting performance evaluations and providing disciplinary actions.
- Addresses employee grievances and complaints in an appropriate manner.
- Provides input and assistance in the training and development of employees.
- Assists in the communication of new or modified Hospital policies and procedures to personnel thoroughly and promptly.
- Ensures proper onboarding and yearly competencies are performed.
- Monitors labor and supply budgets reporting on variances.
- Maintains equipment in department and coordinates reports (i.e. Physicists) if applicable.
- Communicates with radiologists, physicians and hospital staff any necessary information as it relates to patient examinations.
- Assists with the development of policies and procedures for the department.
- Performs the duties of a technologist in the modality which can include assisting with biopsies and drainages.
- Provides radiation protection to self, patient and staff when applicable.
- Maintains current knowledge of specialty by attending seminars and in-services.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Associate s Degree Required; Field of study: Applied Science with Radiology.
- Minimum 5 to 7 Years of job-related experience.
- CPR certification required.
- ARRT Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) required.
- Advanced knowledge of ultrasonography and diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Knowledge of infection control, aseptic technique, and sterilization practices.
- Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment and related technology/computer systems.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, mathematics, and patient care procedures.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations and quality improvement practices.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and support departmental administrative processes.
About Us
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation's top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.
EEO Statements
Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.
- Associate s Degree Required; Field of study: Applied Science with Radiology.
- Minimum 5 to 7 Years of job-related experience.
- CPR certification required.
- ARRT Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) required.
- Advanced knowledge of ultrasonography and diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Knowledge of infection control, aseptic technique, and sterilization practices.
- Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment and related technology/computer systems.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, mathematics, and patient care procedures.
- Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations and quality improvement practices.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and support departmental administrative processes.
- Schedules, directs and assigns employee work activities in department.
- Monitors and evaluates staff performance and monitors and maintains accreditation standards.
- Performs supervisory responsibilities such as hiring, interviewing, conducting performance evaluations and providing disciplinary actions.
- Addresses employee grievances and complaints in an appropriate manner.
- Provides input and assistance in the training and development of employees.
- Assists in the communication of new or modified Hospital policies and procedures to personnel thoroughly and promptly.
- Ensures proper onboarding and yearly competencies are performed.
- Monitors labor and supply budgets reporting on variances.
- Maintains equipment in department and coordinates reports (i.e. Physicists) if applicable.
- Communicates with radiologists, physicians and hospital staff any necessary information as it relates to patient examinations.
- Assists with the development of policies and procedures for the department.
- Performs the duties of a technologist in the modality which can include assisting with biopsies and drainages.
- Provides radiation protection to self, patient and staff when applicable.
- Maintains current knowledge of specialty by attending seminars and in-services.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.