Quality Coordinator, Ultrasound PS

Inland Imaging•Royal Oak, MI

3d•$40 - $60

About The Position

The Quality Coordinator, Ultrasound PS is a part-time, supplemental position. Hours may vary depending on need. This position is eligible for a 12% supplemental differential. Objective: This position will be responsible to optimize the quality of ultrasound examinations read by IIPS by communicating protocol changes, distributing educational materials, receiving quality feedback from radiologists and delivering relevant criticism to sonographers. The Quality Coordinator, Ultrasound PS will be an ultrasound resource to sonographers and imaging managers and the PS Quality Committee.

Requirements

AA Degree required
Accredited Sonography Program to pass the ARDMS required
Five years’ experience as a working sonographer required
Knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology
Must have successfully passed and maintained registration with the ARDMS
Current CPR/BLS required
Must be able to pass a background check required by RCW 43.43.830-840 to work with children under the age of 16, developmentally disabled persons or vulnerable adults
Eligible employees must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test

Nice To Haves

Medical office experience preferred
Understanding of the most common ultrasound examinations and procedures to be read by radiologist preferred
Experience with a variety of Ultrasound equipment preferred
Experience with the following computer applications is desired: Workday; Smartsheet; Imagecast; Isite; Viewpoint; Outlook; Microsoft Office Suite, Internet/Intranet, Webex

Responsibilities

Assists with onboarding new sites by participating in ultrasound training
Creates training materials for OLF’s and adoption of Inland protocols
Updates spreadsheet database with current information for all outside sites (sonographer contact information, etc.)
Collaborates with Ultrasound Director to create and revise ultrasound imaging protocols for approval by radiologist section leads
Protocols must align with ACR accreditation requirements
Creates example exams for each protocol
Updates Knowledge Base with current protocols and example exams
Creates recorded educational materials to explain protocols and distribute to all sonographers and Imaging Managers at outside sites
Receives imaging feedback from radiologists
Responds to radiologists with protocol corrections, as appropriate
Delivers feedback to the sonographer and Imaging Manager with added explanations, as appropriate
Complies with requests from outside Imaging Managers to evaluate ultrasound image quality
Arranges for Inland site visits from outside sonographers upon request, to observe and learn more about ultrasound protocols
Provides regular and individualized evaluation of sonographer scanning performance, with constructive feedback communicated. B-mode and Doppler image quality Scanning technique Accuracy of measurements Adherence to ultrasound protocols Appropriate investigation and documentation Accuracy and relevance of online form worksheet data and comments
Responds to questions and concerns from radiologists, outside Imaging Managers and sonographers in a timely fashion
Addresses quality complaints from the community (providers, patients, etc.) regarding imaging interpretation concerns should be directed to the Quality & Patient Safety Team
Other projects and duties as assigned
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality within the Inland Imaging companies and Inland’s customers.
Follows all Health and Safety policies and guidelines of Inland Imaging or its partners depending on work location.
Follows all company policies including those regarding harassment, non-retaliation, discrimination, respectful workplace, and related policies.
Follows all policies regarding HIPAA, non-disclosure of confidential information and company security.
Honest, pleasant manner and good personal hygiene.
Free of alcohol and drug abuse.
Ability to access multiple worksites in a timely manner.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail oriented; ability to multi-task; organized and able to work in a fast paced environment.
Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education through professional journals, approved seminars, etc.
Ability to consider individual needs in communication with and assessment and treatment of patients of all ages.
Adheres to departmental standards and personnel policies by demonstrating professional demeanor in conduct and appearance.
Follows company departmental standards and personnel policies by using good teamwork and communication skills to help identify concerns and solutions, assisting where needed to ensure a smooth functioning department.
Performs other duties as required by displaying team spirit and self-growth, accepting and performing other projects and responsibilities, and requesting other projects and responsibilities.
Quarterly quality assurance meeting attendance is required for this position.
Attendance is a requirement for this position.
Rotates to other shifts and locations as needed.
Treats all patients and coworkers with dignity and respect
Provides excellent customer service
Conforms to Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations
Complies with PHI (Protected Health Information)
Demonstrates the Inland Imaging Core Values Show We Care, Do The Right Thing, Maximize Individual Potential, Challenge Convention