Lead Xray Technologist

Lead Xray Imaging Technologist

****$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS**** Bonus applies to full-time new employees only

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Position Summary:

The Lead Xray Technologist provides comprehensive care to patients requiring imaging services, in an organized and systematic manner, according to departmental policy and standards. Performs all procedures in their respective modalities, and QA.

Essential Job Functions:

• Responsible for maintaining appropriate staffing levels and schedules at your respective sites on W2W, coordinating with the chief tech directly to approve PTO.
• Directs the daily operations of radiology functions, in designated modality/location.
• Provides leadership, training and support for the department
• Serves as Consistently Exceeds Expectations and consultant to staff; assists in interpreting policies and procedures for staff.
• Manages technical staff to provide adequate department coverage to fall within approved monthly budget per modality.
• Maintains equipment service records, arrange for equipment service and PMs alongside QA/QC techs.
• Assists Supervisor/Chief tech Radiology to evaluate technical staff annually.
• Assuming accountability for managing delivery of care and patient safety.
• Obtains and documents patient history and pertinent information. Assesses patients for potential risk factors.
• Ensures proper identification of patient and demographics in PACS.
• Clarifies / follows Doctor's orders and scans needed information in PACS.
• Completes work within an acceptable time frame.
• Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation, such as positioning and technique
• Maintains cleanliness of exam rooms. Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
• Prioritizes and organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities based on changing situations.
• Maintain order and cleanliness in technological work area.
• Consults and communications with other departments in a professional manner.
• Demonstrates understanding of safety, health and moral needs of customers and co-workers.
• Plans for delivery of care according to patient activity and staff competencies.
• Familiar with location of emergency equipment and medications to assist in treatment of contrast reactions and other emergencies.
• Prepares patients for procedures providing instructions to obtain desired results, cooperation and to minimize anxiety.
• Operates system and imaging equipment properly, safely and in an efficient manner.
• Demonstrates awareness of Radiation Safety procedures for self and others.
• Replenishes/Orders and changes supplies in assigned area as needed.
• Ensures equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting routine quality control checks. Follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems.
• Assists Radiologist in performing procedures.
• prepares and assists in the administration of contrast materials. (IV and oral for respective modalities).
• Cancel and reschedule patient appointments as needed.
• Verifies exams in the PACS system.
• Oversee the performance and training of students onsite as the CI for their location.

General Job Functions:

• Demonstrates understanding and awareness of safety and radiation protection
• Maintains general tech job function
• Additional responsibilities can be assigned as seen fit for the needs of the organization

Physical Job Requirements:

• Physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account.
• Physical agility, which includes the ability to maneuver the body while in place.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers.
• Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking).

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:

• Diploma from a vocational/technical school required. Associates degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of tech experience required. 2-4 years preferred. Prior radiology technologist required. Must have experience with imaging and patient care equipment.
• One of ARRT, ARDMS, ARMRT certificate required. Basic Life Support (BLS) required. License NJ Bureau of Radiological Health required.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required, along with basic math skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to perform diverse work assignments with time limitations with a high degree of accuracy required.
• Ability to use problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills required.
• Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
• Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.

Travel: – Flexibility to float to other Imaging Sites as needed.

Pay Range: $37.69 - $47.12 Hourly The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

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