Lead Sonographer

University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center is seeking a Lead Sonographer to perform diagnostic ultrasounds and related modalities. The person will lead and manage the sonography team, mentor staff, and ensure credentialing requirements are met.

Examinations are performed independently under physician supervision with peer collaboration as appropriate. The ideal candidate has eight years of paid scanning experience, ARDMS certifications in Abdomen, OB/GYN, and Vascular, and a background

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of a CAAHEP school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Radiologic Technology, or extensive on-the-job training.
• Must be ARDMS certified in Abdomen, OB/GYN and Vascular.
• Eight years of paid scanning experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead/Manages the sonography team in all work areas.
• Mentor and educate staff at all levels.
• Perform diagnostic ultrasounds independently under physician supervision.
• Ensure credentials and time requirements are fulfilled; participate in annual evaluations.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Ultrasound skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CAAHEP-certified Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

ARDMS certification (Abdomen, OB/GYN, Vascular)

Job description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Lead Sonographer performs diagnostic ultrasounds and other required modalities within individual department(s). Examinations are performed independently, under physician supervision, and with peer collaboration as is appropriate.

The Lead Sonographer effectively Leads/Manages team as the Lead in all work areas. The Lead Sonographer also helps to mentor and educate all levels of staff. The Lead Sonographer possesses the applicable credentials to the departmental role. Lead Sonographer fulfills the necessary and applicable time and experience requirements related to the position. The position is allotted a minimum of 8 hours a week administration time. Eligibility to remain as a lead sonographer is determined at a yearly evaluation based on fulfillment of job responsibilities throughout the prior year.

EDUCATION:

high school graduate or equivalent, graduate of a certified CAAHEP school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography OR Radiologic Technology preferred, or extensive on-the-job training. Must be certified by ARDMS in Abdomen, OB/GYN, and Vascular

EXPERIENCE:

Eight years paid scanning experience

***For additional Department Specific duties please see addendum document***