Manager - Cardiac Non Invasive Laboratory

University of Arkansas at Little Rock; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a dedicated Cardiac Non-Invasive Laboratory Manager responsible for the management of operations and human resources in a dynamic clinical setting. This role is crucial for maintaining high standards in patient care and echocardiography services while promoting a collaborative and supportive workplace culture. Candidates should possess a background in radiology and significant experience in cardiac sonography, along with strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement matching up to 10%

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as a cardiac sonographer.
• Certifications in echocardiography required (RDCS, RCS, or ACS).

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the Cardiac Non-Invasive Laboratory.
• Oversee hiring, training, and evaluation of staff.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's in Science - Radiology

Master's Degree

Job description

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Closing Date:

07/02/2025
Type of Position: Management - Operations
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department: ICE | CVSL Administration IP NC

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties: This position is responsible for day-to-day operations, including the management of human resources, finances, clinical services, and all other functions related to delivering quality patient care within the CNL. The Cardiac Non-Invasive Laboratory (CNL) Manager works under the direction of the CNL Medical Director and Cardiovascular Service Line Administration. In addition, the CNL manager serves as the technical director of echocardiography and meets all IAC requirements necessary to fulfill that role. Ensures technical quality of echocardiography services through continued sonographer training and skill development.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Science - Radiology Plus Certifications in echocardiography, such as Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from ARDMS, OR Registered cardiac sonographer (RCS) from CCI OR Advanced cardiac sonographer (ACS) from CCI

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a cardiac sonographer

• State of Arkansas Radiography license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree

• 1 year of experience in a supervisory role in exercise stress testing

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Provides oversight that ensures processes for hiring, training, developing, and evaluating cardiac sonography staff to yield a highly competent workforce.

• Provides accurate documentation regarding staff performance with follow-up on staff concerns or disciplinary process.

• Ensures compliance with regulatory bodies and hospital policies and procedures.

• Provides feedback privately and constructively.

• Informs CNL Medical Director and CVSL Administration of changing patterns of care needs that will affect the CNL or patients.

• Role models positive behavior at all times, including during periods of change/stress.

• Identifies problems impacting the effectiveness of care and develops and/or recommends solutions

• Interviews and hires qualified staff.

• Fosters an environment in the CNL that enhances productivity.

• Obligated to balanced scorecard outcomes that will include targets for patient satisfaction, clinical metrics, employee satisfaction, and workforce indicators (turnover, vacancy, advancement).

• Carries CNL access cellphone during working hours to ensure timely access to echocardiography in the clinic and hospital.

• Works with CNL medical director and CVSL leadership to expand echocardiography services, including outreach outside UAMS Little Rock campus

• Creates and/or coordinates sonographer and CNL RN schedules to align staffing with service needs and demands (in conjunction with CNL access co-ordinator).

• Liaises with the director of the UAMS diagnostic sonography program to ensure a quality learning environment for sonography students.

• Ensures a cordial learning environment for all trainees who rotate through the CNL.

• Coordinates CNL participation in approved research protocols.

• In conjunction with the CNL Medical Director, implements and maintains processes to ensure ICAEL accreditation.

• Ensures ongoing department performance, quality assessment, and process improvement activities.

• Creates work processes to enhance customer satisfaction and reduce waste.

• Cardiovascular Sonography

• Performs cardiac sonography services and procedures

• Functions as an expert resource for other cardiac sonographers.

• Professional Development

• Pursues professional development activities to ensure to stay current on present management and cardiac sonography practices and health care trends.

• Maintains all board certification and CME requirements required to serve as the technical director of an IAC-certified lab

• Other Duties as Assigned

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity: Grasping, Sitting
Occasional Physical Activity: Lifting, Pulling, Pushing
Benefits Eligible: Yes