Job Description

Location: Hollywood, Florida

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary:

Manages the daily operations of a comprehensive Adult Echocardiography service line to ensure alignment with program and organizational objectives.

Responsibilities:

Oversees inventory and justifies needs for systems/equipment/supplies.Determines, coordinates, and manages daily staffing assignments and staffing levels. Trains, coaches, and evaluates assigned staff on performance expectations.Assists with departmental QA/QI and other program initiatives.Assists with equipment quality control testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Ensures proper working order of equipment.Performs advanced diagnostic imaging (3D, myocardial mechanics, mechanical circulatory support devices, transcatheter therapies, etc.) and serves as a trainer and expert resource for cardiac sonographers, cardiac fellows, and physician staff.Communicates regularly with the department director(s) to determine future needs, concerns, and issues pertinent to the operations.Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management. Performs and oversees scheduling, recruitment, payroll, and student engagement.Coordinates patient care with other members of the healthcare team to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes.

Competencies:

ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, LEADING BY COACHING, MANAGE BUSINESS PRIORITIES, MANAGING PEOPLE, ORGANIZATION SKILLS (1), PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements:

Accredited Program: Ultrasound Technologist (Required)American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: This role requires critical thinking skills, effective communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to build and foster positive relationships. The incumbent must be able to lead others and take appropriate action when required.Required Work Experience: Five (5) years of adult imaging experience in a hospital setting.Other Information: Can be registered as a diagnostic cardiac sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or registered cardiac sonographer (RCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing Institute (CCI).Additional Education Info: Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound imaging program.Additional Credential Info: Registered as a diagnostic cardiac sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS); Registered Cardiac Sonographer registered by the Cardiovascular Credentialing Institute (CCI)

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Bending and Stooping = 40%
• Climbing = 0%
• Keyboard Entry = 60%
• Kneeling = 40%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 40%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
• Reaching = 40%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%
• Running = 0%
• Sitting = 40%
• Squatting = 40%
• Standing = 60%
• Walking = 60%
• Audible Speech = 80%
• Hearing Acuity = 80%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 80%
• Distinguish Color = 80%
• Seeing - Far = 80%
• Seeing - Near = 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 40%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 40%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 40%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 40%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 40%
• Asbestos = 40%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
• Dust = 40%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 40%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
• Hazardous Medication = 0%
• Latex = 40%
• Computer Monitor = 60%
• Domestic Animals = 0%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 0%
• Hazardous Noise = 0%
• Heating Devices = 0%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 40%
• Magnetic Fields = 40%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 40%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 40%
• Potential Electric Shock = 20%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
• Radiation = 40%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 40%

Shift:

Days

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

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