Supervisor -Vascular Sonography - OLGMC - Radiology - Full Time

Ochsner Health•Lafayette, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This job performs and supervises those duties directly involved with a variety of ultrasound procedures. Supervises and evaluates sonographers and ancillary personnel assigned within specific areas and procedure rooms of the department and recommends the scheduling of personnel, repairs, and work progress within those areas of designated responsibility. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

Completion of a formal training program in an ultrasound technology program in an AMA approved school.
5 years of experience as a registered sonographer.
ARDMS Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RVS) in vascular ultrasound.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and ability to adapt to emergent situations.
Working knowledge of clinic and hospital policies and procedures to ensure their consistent compliance.
Knowledge of vascular anatomy, Doppler physics, and the hemodynamics of blood flow in relation to the carotid arteries, venous upper and lower extremities, arterial upper and lower extremities, and abdominal (kidney and mesenteric) vasculature.
Ability to preliminarily diagnose stenosis or occlusion based on nationally published criteria.
Knowledge of diagnostic procedures performed in order to supervise, evaluate, and recommend revisions to maintain efficiency.
Ability to work independently, set priorities, and maintain complete confidentiality.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. more than 8 hours a day) and travel throughout and between facilities.

Nice To Haves

Management or previous supervisor experience.

Responsibilities

Manages departmental operations.
Performs vascular evaluations.
Participates in quality improvement activities.
Supports departmental goals.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as required.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.