Commitment to Care Bonus Potential for Qualifying External Candidates

Job Summary:

This position efficiently and effectively manages the daily processes of the Ultrasound Section and assures compliance with all policies, procedures, regulatory, and accreditation standards. The Ultrasound Supervisor assists Radiology managers and physicians in maintaining the highest degree of clinical/operational performance and customer satisfaction. Additionally, the Ultrasound Supervisor supports the mission, vision, values, and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and demonstrates a commitment of quality service to our patients and their families, the community, the physicians, and our Associates.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Performs leadership functions that support the goals of Mary Washington Hospital, Stafford Hospital and the mission, vision, and values of Mary Washington Healthcare.
• Supervisor is required to allocate time between MWH and SH Ultrasound departments as directed.
• Oversees operations and manages section’s resources to assure efficient and effective performance of services provided.
• Assures that the MWH/SH Ultrasound department maintains compliance with ACR, ICAVL, and other regulatory bodies as applicable.
• Assumes responsibility for successful accreditation and re-accreditation submissions. Assists Radiology management in developing, administering, and monitoring the departmental budget to ensure cost-effective operations within authorized budget allocations.
• Demonstrates a high degree of knowledge and understanding of the section being managed.
• Oversees scheduling and imaging of patients to ensure smooth daily operations and quality services.
• Demonstrates clinical competency on an annual basis as evidenced by completion of a Competency Based Orientation Tool for Clinical Associates in Ultrasound.
• Performs ultrasound procedures and provides direct patient care as needed. Maintains competency in the use of iSite PACs, syngo, Soarian, and other information and image management systems.
• Orients, supervises, and evaluates the performance of the Ultrasound staff to ensure safe and effective operations.
• Conducts staff meetings at least monthly to communicate information, discuss safety/quality issues, and monitor continued understanding and compliance with MWH/SH and departmental policies.
• Develops and empowers section’s Associates to the benefit of the Associate and the department.
• Effectively interacts with students, consistently providing supervision and instruction. Is supportive of the MWH School of Radiologic Technology and the Ultrasound cross-training program.
• Assists with the development, revision, and enforcement of departmental policies, procedures, protocols, and standards to ensure quality care, efficiency, and procedural compliance.
• Initiates performance improvement activities for Ultrasound utilizing a FOCUS PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) approach to improvement and incorporates LEAN methodology.
• Serves as a liaison between staff, physicians, other healthcare providers, and customers.
• Establishes effective work relationships and maintains effective communications with all customers.
• Evaluates and resolves customer satisfaction and quality/performance issues in a timely manner.
• Creates an environment that promotes customer service excellence.
• With the Physician Director for Ultrasound, conducts subject research, evaluates, recommends, and implements new programs, services, technologies, and operations tools.
• Participates in Ultrasound and Radiology Administrator on call responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• ARDMS registered in Ultrasonography required
• ARDMS registered in abdomen/small parts, OB/GYN, Vascular and Neurosonography preferred.
• Must pass OB/GYN registry within 6 months of hire.
• Three years relevant experience.
• One to two years supervisory experience preferred.
• One year pediatric ultrasound experience preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in healthcare related field preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) standing, walking, sitting; occasional (0-33% of workday) bending and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull up to 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination

Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills.  Ability to multi-task.  Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.  Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends. 

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals.  Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.  

For MRI Associates: Must complete MRI Associate screening and be approved to work in the MRI environment (Zones 3 & 4) at all times.