Ultrasound Technical Supervisor

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A Brief Overview
Oversees day to day operations of assigned modality in Radiology (Diagnostic, MRI, CT, etc.) including patient flow and quality assurance. Responsible for monitoring exams and/or CR images, assuring high quality following established departmental and QA protocols using independent judgment and initiative. This position provides input back and data relative to staff regarding individual exam and/or image for QA purposes. Depending on assigned modality, the Radiology Technical Supervisor performs general and specialized radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and/or magnetic resonance imaging and computed standard of quality as required. Capable of organizing work priorities and adjusting as circumstances requires. This position demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary of assigned modality to provide exams or imaging services to the developmental ages of patients from newborn to adult. Possesses the ability to assess and interpret appropriate data relative to age and to provide care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring/firing, scheduling, performance evaluations, quality reviews, timecard reconciliations, staff education, coaching, development, support and promotion of customer relations, and monitoring of activities to ensure performance standards are achieved.

Locations
Stanford Health Care

What you will do

• Compiles statistical and QA data as needed. Reviews exam for quality, providing input back to staff regarding technical factors, and need to repeat images.
• Coordinates and problem solves scheduling/patient care needs (including research) daily. Monitors outpatient schedule back-log, accommodates all emergency needs in a timely manner. Coordinates with personnel of other departments regarding patient and/or staff related problems.
• Functions as modality super user, providing instruction and assistance to staff. Manages information utilizing appropriate manual or electronic system.
• Maintains exam protocols and or techniques to assure maximized exam quality and, as appropriate, exposure levels, minimizing the need to repeat imaging.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of supply requirements; makes recommendations concerning the purchase, maintenance and/or repair of equipment.
• Participates in orientation and training of assigned staff, students, residents and faculty.
• Performs supervisory functions for the assigned program, section or unit by interviewing and recommending the hiring of new staff members; providing or arranging for training for subordinates; evaluating subordinates' performance; and recommending personnel actions such as promotions, transfers, or disciplinary action to ensure adequate and competent staffing.
• Produces quality images as needed following established departmental and QA protocols to include protocols parameters or, proper labeling and patient ID.
• Revises, develops and implements departmental procedures; communicate necessary changes to affected staff and departments.
• Supervises day-to-day operations of modality. Reviews task sets priorities and revises workflow to effectively facilitate customer and departmental needs.

Education Qualifications

• Associate's degree in related field.

Experience Qualifications

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience, including one (1) year of supervisory responsibility.
• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions.
• Ability to budget, make financial projections and write reports.
• Ability to manage workflow and/or unit productivity.
• Ability to review billing codes for procedures and assures accurate billing.
• Ability to perform general and specialized radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures which meet the departments standard of quality.
• Ability to plan, organize, develop tactical plans and set priorities.
• Ability to solve problems and identify solutions.
• Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job Ability to supervise, coach, mentor, train, and evaluate work results Ability to work effectively as a team player.
• Knowledge of billing process.
• Knowledge of Imaging processes and fluoroscopic techniques, methods and equipment.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility Knowledge of principles and practices of organization, administration, fiscal and personnel management Knowledge of radiation production, positioning and radiation safety.
• Knowledge of Magnetic resonance imaging techniques, methods, and equipment.
• Knowledge of Magnetic resonance imaging physics, physiology, structural and organic anatomy including cross-sectional anatomy.

Licenses and Certifications

• ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography

These principles apply to ALL employees:

SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience

Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.

You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:

• Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
• Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
• Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.