The Lead Sonographer acts as the Clinical Lead for modality for all locations. Assists Management with day to day operations to ensure the department runs smoothly and efficiently. Responsibilities include patient safety, staffing, quality, maintaining regulatory requirements, patient scheduling, patient flow, and charge reconciliation. Performs all functions of the modality within the scope of licensing requirements. Other administrative functions as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT(S):
Graduate of an accredited allied healthcare program, with appropriate degree and certification for that modality.
Must maintain license and certifications as required by NYS DOH and specific professional society.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skill.
Ability to work in a team environment and matrix environment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: .
Knowledge of ultrasound equipment maintenance and high-level disinfection of endocavity US probes.
Knowledge of AIUM certification requirements and ability to maintain them.
Oversee the daily operations/functions of specific modality
Train other sonographers and students assigned to MFM from accredited ultrasound programs
Assist Management in maintaining appropriate staffing levels
Assists in recruitment of positions
Maintains modality regulatory requirements
Ensures patient safety
Assists in patient scheduling and patient throughput
Maintains equipment maintenance, repairs and upgrades
Assists the Departmental Leadership team in maintaining productivity measures
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Should be able to push/pull, lift/move 35 lb., be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations such as using a keyboard, writing, and filing for extended periods of time, must be able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as data entry, typing and using photo copiers. Mobility requirements may include the ability to be stationary at a workstation for a prolonged period time in addition to being able to squat or be mobile for a reasonable length of time and distance. Communication requirements include the ability to comprehend the spoken English language in addition to being able to communicate and read the English language.
Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest, or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, or domestic violence victim status.
Salary Range: $38.59-57.89/hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
