Ultrasound Coordinator

ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM

JOB DESCRIPTION             

TITLE:                                      Ultrasound Coordinator

REPORTS TO POSITION:        Radiology Manager

DEPARTMENT:                         Radiology

DATE LAST REVIEWED:          July 2021

OUR VISION:                            Creating America’s healthiest community, together

OUR MISSION:                         In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value

OUR VALUES:                          Accountability, Caring and Teamwork

DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: St. Charles Health System Diagnostic Imaging Departments perform X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT exams in a variety of locations. We work closely with our partners at Cascade Medical Imaging to meet the imaging needs of our community and to support the ED, OR, Inpatient Floors, and Family Birthing Center. 

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Ultrasound Coordinator at St. Charles Health System, performs all ultrasound studies and related procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision in accordance with established department and hospital guidelines. In the absence of the Radiology Department Manager, the Coordinator assists Radiology and Hospital management by overseeing daily operations, performing quality review and coordinating all ultrasound procedures, personnel, patient care and equipment repair.

This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

Performs diagnostic and interventional ultrasound examinations in accordance with department policies, procedures, and protocols.

Follows health and safety policies and procedures of quality patient care.

Coordinates the student training program for the department.

Assists in record maintenance and statistics as requested.

Assists with special projects as requested.

Serves as liaison for inpatient and outpatient care, regarding any ultrasound related issues or concerns.

Coordinates daily staffing and workflow within the ultrasound department.

Leads department safety and compliance efforts including but not limited to Daily/Weekly/Monthly compliance, ACR, joint commission, protocol review.

Oversees QA & QC testing, equipment maintenance and trouble shooting.

Organizes and assists with orientation and training of staff, new hires, and students. Works with leadership to provide input for staff performance evaluations.

Assists Radiology leadership and participates in improvement initiatives focused on reaching radiology and St. Charles True North goals.

Monitors PACS system operations for accuracy and quality related to Imaging.

Ensures compliance with standards of regulatory and accreditation agencies.

Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.

Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.

Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.

Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.

Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.

May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

EDUCATION:

Required: High school diploma or GED. Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program. 

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Required: Current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Registry or Registry eligible (OB/GYN, Abdominal and Physics). Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) license required.), BLS CPR.

Preferred: Additional ARDMS registries.  Support RDMS, SDMS, and local affiliations.

EXPERIENCE:

Required: Three (3) years full-time experience as a registered Ultrasound Technologist.

Preferred: Experience in a coordinator, lead, or supervisory role.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.

Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for

Home Health and Wound Caregivers.

Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level.

Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs.

Never (0%):  Climbing ladder/step-stool (varies by area), operation of a motor vehicle.

Exposure to Elemental Factors

Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.

Never (0%):  Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.

Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category

Risk for Exposure to BBP

This position is within the OFNHP bargaining unit and is subject to the OFNHP collective bargaining agreement.  Union membership, fees or dues are not required for those who fill this position.

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