Lead Ultrasound Technologist

Saint Anthony Hospital

  • Chicago, IL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
Role/Title: Lead Technologist, Ultrasound DepartmentSchedule: Full Time, Day ShiftJob Summary:The Lead Ultrasound Technologist assists the Director, Manager and Supervisor with day-to-day supervision and coordination of assigned section personnel within the Radiology Ultrasound Department.Responsibilities:
  • Performs Ultrasound exams per department protocol.
  • Performs the quality control functions related to Ultrasound.
  • Ensure adherence to hospital policies, protocols, and healthcare regulations.
  • Maintain high standards of patient safety and quality care.
  • In collaboration with the Medical Imaging Supervisor, assign work schedules, monitors attendance, and ensure adequate staffing levels for the Ultrasound Department.
  • Inventories departmental supplies and keeps stock to appropriate par levels.
  • In collaboration with Medical Imaging Supervisor & Imaging Manager, maintains employee files.
  • Onboards new staff members and provides continuing education opportunities. This includes routine image critique on Teams work for educational support and interventions to maintain quality and standard of care.
  • Serve as a liaison between staff, patients, families, and hospital administration.
  • Addresses patient concerns and improves service delivery.
  • Promotes a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Ensures proper maintenance and functionality of Ultrasound equipment.
  • Collaborates effectively with Imaging Director, Imaging Manager, Imaging Supervisor, & Radiology Chair
  • Contributes updates to Ultrasound Imaging Policies, Workflows, and Protocols in collaboration with Medical Imaging Supervisor, Imaging Manager, Imaging Director, & Radiology Chair.
Work Experience:
  • 5+ years’ experience as an Ultrasound Tech
  • 1+ years of leadership experience- preferred
Job Requirements:
  • Excellent oral & written communication skills
  • Knowledge and skillset to perform all exams (within the scope of an Ultrasound Technologist) on patients from the age of newborn to geriatric.
  • Successful completion of an approved Ultrasound program
  • ARDMS- required
  • Bachelor’s degree- preferred
  • Comprehension of cross-sectional anatomy & physics of Ultrasound theory
  • BLS- required

Saint Anthony Hospital