Lead US/VASC Technologist Full-time/Days
Company: Houston Methodist West Hospital
Location: Barker
Posted on: December 2, 2025
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Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Lead Ultrasound/Vascular Technologist
position performs specialized functions as a regular part of their
normal job responsibilities. In addition to performing at a
Technologist II level, this position serves as the liaison and
primary point of contact between management, staff and physicians
for routine matters. The Lead Technologist position answers
questions and resolves issues for the Ultrasound/Vascular
Technologist I & II job roles as well as other members of the care
team to ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care and
adherence to practice standards. This position ensures optimal
patient safety, quality outcomes, and customer service. Duties for
this position may include the following tasks: organize work
schedules and delegate work assignments; review and edit time cards
for accuracy; conduct quality assurance audits; develop and
implement quality improvement activities; train, mentor and develop
staff; and provide feedback on staff performance or development
needs. The Lead Technologist position may direct or regularly
participate in special projects; collect, analyze and report on
data or metrics; and hold other responsibilities of a similar
nature and level. PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Promotes a positive
work environment and leads the team to be dynamic and a focused
work unit that actively helps one other to achieve optimal
department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient
care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient
care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Role models to
team members effective communication skills, assisting in their
development of such skills. Orients, guides and mentors team
members consisting of Ultrasound Technologist I and II, students
and support staff, to help build confidence and competency in
skills, knowledge and abilities. Effectively implements protocols
and objectives with team members to result in optimization of staff
performance, teamwork, patient safety, and customer service. Serves
as the primary resource for staff in all areas of service that the
department performs. Interfacing with department staff to provide
feedback to management on team member's performance and conduct.
Collaborates and supports management for improvement of employee
satisfaction, implementation of protocols and objectives with team
members to result in optimization of staff performance, teamwork,
patient safety, and customer service. Leads and initiates problem
resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by
coordinating department needs and responding positively to requests
for assistance. Role-models skills, through peer-to-peer
accountability, to contribute towards improving department
efficiencies and customer satisfaction. SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures to include common and
special US exams. Ultrasound exams use high-frequency sound waves
to capture images. Also able to perform vascular ultrasound exams.
Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic
procedures, including assisting with sterile technique. Proactively
assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of the patient for
adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality
and patient experience. This includes: positioning, physiology,
procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical
factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes
complications and limitations associated with certain procedures.
Serves as liaison between team members, management and physicians,
resolving routine matters for the shift and modality. Assists
physicians during procedures. Provides accurate explanations and
instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level
utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology and language.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Follows safety standards and
conducts all imaging procedures. Maintains proper sterile
techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques,
and ensures compliance with infection control procedures. Complies
with job, department and hospital safety standards, practices and
policies. Identifies opportunities for corrective action and
process improvement providing recommendations, and contributes to
meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.
Reports ¿near misses¿ and inputs errors promptly into appropriate
hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and
identify trends. Provides feedback to management on team member
performance and conduct. Conducts quality audits on equipment,
processes, outcomes and team member performance. Documents,
develops and evaluates processes and procedures. Assists with
implementation and education of department based safety
initiatives, standards of practice and protocols. Develops skills
of team members and continually assists with improving skills,
performance and outcomes. FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Provides
accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters
charges at the time service is delivered. Participates in the
budgeting process for capital and minor equipment. Reconciliation
of invoices. Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks and provides leadership to team members on
effective and efficient utilization of time. Accurately reviews and
edits team member's time cards for management approval, as
appropriate. GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Participates in
department projects and shared governance activities. Actively
leads and supports special projects and department initiatives and
seeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual
development. Completes and updates the individual development plan
(IDP) on an on-going basis. Fosters a positive and constructive
teaching environment by engaging students and co-workers
(Technologist I, II and support staff) in learning opportunities
that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives This
job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee
will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as
assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties
and responsibilities as the need arises. EDUCATION Graduate of
education program approved by the credentialing body for the
required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications,
Licenses and Registrations section. WORK EXPERIENCE Four years'
experience as an Ultrasound Technologist. May consider HM employee
with three years' experience, as an Ultrasound Technologist who
demonstrates leadership abilities LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS -
REQUIRED BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) AND Must have
one of the following certifications:RDMS-OB - Registered Diagnostic
Medical Sonographer - OB/GYN (ARDMS);RDMS-AB - Registered
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Abdomen (ARDMS);RDMS-BR -
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Breast (ARDMS);ARRT-SON
- Radiologic Technologist - Sonography (ARRT)RCS - Registered
Cardiac Sonographer (CCI) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations Sufficient
proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language
necessary to perform the essential functions of this job,
especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee
safety or security Ability to effectively communicate with
patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner
consistent with a customer service focus and application of
positive language principles Ability to work independently; capable
of handling challenging / difficult diagnostic procedures and
patient care situations. Demonstrates sound judgment and executes
above average clinical skills. Possesses basic computer knowledge;
operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology
Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and
exam documents. Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and
leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and
assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients,
visitors, physicians and co-workers. Adapts to multiple ongoing
priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow
and actively participating in problem-solving. SUPPLEMENTAL
REQUIREMENTS WORK ATTIRE Uniform No Scrubs Yes Business
professional No Other (department approved) Yes ON-CALL* *Note that
employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie.
DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection
below. On Call* Yes TRAVEL Travel specifications may vary by
department May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
Yes May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
Company Profile: Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to
leading medicine in West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities
by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety,
quality, service and innovation. The growing campus offers 253 beds
and access to the most innovative medical and surgical care
available, including cardiology and cardiovascular surgery;
neurology and neurosurgery; comprehensive cancer care; orthopedics
and sports medicine; gastroenterology; bariatrics; childbirth
center with level III NICU; emergency care; and advanced imaging.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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