Echocardiogram Tech Lead, Non-Invasive Vascular Lab, Full Time, Days/Rotating Weekends, Jod ID: 1654372

Palmetto General Hospital•Hialeah, FL

21d

About The Position

Responsible for coordinating and supervising the overall function of the Echo Department and staff. To Perform Adult Echocardiography Competently. Takes On-Call. Monitors supplies. Maintains equipment. Other duties as assigned. Assists with maintaining Infection Control standards. Transports patients. Risk Management. Maintains Inter and Intra-departmental relations. Promotes Guest Relations. Actively seeks Personal Improvement. Trained in echocardiographic examination of patients with adult cardiac diseases.

Requirements

Good oral and written communication skills in the English language.
Visual and hearing senses must be adequate to detect changes in human physiological condition.
Able to function calmly in a fast paced, stressful environment.
Experience in echocardiographic examination of patients in any setting including acute care setting.
Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a manner designed to project a positive image of the department and the hospital.
Works with supervisor/manager and other members of section or department to promote a harmonious work environment.
Ensures that all contacts with patients, the public, physicians, and other hospital personnel are carried out in a friendly, courteous, helpful, and considerate manner.
Answers telephones in a prompt and courteous manner.
Displays concern and aids or explains procedures as appropriate to callers or in face-to-face situations.
Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.
Works with customers to identify problem areas and recommend solutions.
Holds current BLS card.
Associate degree in cardiovascular field or related field of study.
Ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) in English.
Ability to write legibly (Clinical Areas).
Additional languages desirable.
Must clear background and drug test required.

Nice To Haves

ACLS card preferred.
Registry in Cardiac Sonography preferred.

Responsibilities

Serves as a mentor and teacher for new staff and students.
Handles individual problems regarding staff, morale, procedures, salary adjustments, safety, and discipline under the guidance of the Director.
Manages departmental in-service program and keeps track of attendance and topics covered.
Conducts regular staff meetings (huddles).
Handles the interviewing and hiring process for all supervised employees under the guidance of the Director.
Prepares and reviews employee performance assessments with guidance of the Director.
Attends Hospital Committee meetings as needed.
Creates and organizes work schedules and assigns personnel accordingly.
Ensures adequate staffing to cover absences, time off (vacation, sick, holiday), and Leave of Absence (LOA).
Handles administrative tasks of the department, including preparation and development of budgets, reports, documents, payroll records, and statistical surveys, and submits them on time to Administration or other agencies.
Manages inventory of technical supplies and coordinates purchasing and inventory control with materials management.
Stays updated on new procedures, equipment, and methods, and participates in their evaluation and use in departmental operations.
Applies age-related knowledge of growth and development as appropriate for the patient population.
Arranges for preventive maintenance, quality assurance testing, and repair of imaging and related equipment in coordination with other Imaging staff.