Resource Coordinator Sonography- Reproductive Endo Inferity Full Time

The Resource Coord Ultrasound reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.Responsibilities:Assists with the selection of new team members.Conducts orientation and training of new and existing staff.Monitors the orientation of staff and identifies further instructional needs.Schedules staff for adequate coverage to meet the needs of the department; maintains attendance records.Prioritizes, assigns and reviews work; provides feedback to director regarding staff performance.Assists the director in establishing and evaluating performance expectations for staff.Serves as a resource to staff.Ensures staffing levels which meet department guidelines; ensures optimal department coverage and minimal overtime.Monitors utilization of supplies and equipment for optimal efficiency and cost containment; orders and maintains supplies used in the department.Coordinates equipment maintenance and repairs; assists with recommendations regarding the acquisition of new equipment.Supports quality assurance programs for the department.Enforces policies and procedures; assists in updating and developing procedure manuals and protocols for ultrasound.Coordinates patient flow through department; resolves scheduling issues.Monitors and maintains the quality of films and services produced in ultrasound.Monitors charges and tracks financial performance in ultrasound.Obtains complete patient history for radiologist to assist in rendering results.Enters data such as type of scan and other technical data into computer.Conducts scan according to set protocol per organ or anatomical site.Views images on video display screen to ensure quality of pictures; reviews scan with radiologist prior to releasing patient.Develops images and compiles study for radiologist relaying all appropriate information.Assists in amniocentesis, aspiration and biopsies by performing preliminary studies to locate appropriate entry site and provide needle direction guidance.Calls referring physician for "wet readings".