Radiologic Technologist, Lead Technologist DEXA

Radiologic Technologist, Lead Imaging Technologist - DEXA

The Lead Radiology Technologist, DEXA oversees and coordinates the daily operations of the clinic's imaging department, (DEXA, Ultrasound) ensuring high-quality imaging services and patient care, regulatory compliance, efficient workflows, and optimal use of technology, balancing leadership with clinical oversight to support DEXA and Ultrasound technologists. This role combines hands-on radiologic imaging duties with leadership responsibilities, including supervising staff, managing workflow, maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and optimizing departmental efficiency. The lead technologist serves as a resource for complex procedures, trains and mentors staff, and liaises with physicians, patients, and administrative personnel to ensure smooth operations.

Expectations

• Monday - Friday. Occasional weekends as needed
• Hours 7am-4/5pm
• No holidays or call
• Travel to Morton Grove and Bannockburn required

Responsibilities

• Perform all the duties of a Radiology DEXA staff member in the DEXA department, including performing dexa scans and analysis.
• Assist in managing DEXA and Ultrasound staffing schedule/calendar and assign staff for call-ins.
• Responsible for following up on Epic, PACS issues, scheduling concerns, patient calls
• Support facilitation of new hire training (shadow clinic, epic training, cross training, etc).
• Participate in interview process of candidates through in-person shadowing interviews
• Performing periodic instrument quality assurance (QA) procedures as required to assure high quality testing and compliance with state law and various research quality assurance monitoring centers.
• Maintains QA and equipment records
• Research quality improvement opportunities in clinical workflow and implement into practice
• Assist with policy development and implementation with the staff
• Maintains service records and facilities service as needed
• Helps identify, evaluate, and resolve potential safety issues for the department and the practice
• Other duties as outlined by the Radiology Manager.
• Performing radiologic procedures as ordered by the physician/provider in such a way as to assure patient safety and reliability of results for diagnostic radiographs
• Receiving and interpreting requests and/or instructions for radiologic procedures
• Accurately inputting patient information for proper identification of patient images
• Manipulating radiographic equipment and adjusting imaging controls for the procedure being performed
• Providing assistance to patients with such tasks as dressing, changing or removing items which may interfere with the procedure being performed
• Using appropriate body mechanics to assist patients in transferring to and from imaging table
• Gaining the cooperation of the patient to ensure accurate positioning
• Utilizing radiation safety measures, and protection devices to comply with state and federal regulations as well as to ensure the safety of the patient, staff and self
• Observing the patient during all radiographic procedures to ensure patient safety
• Reviewing and evaluating computer generated images to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic evaluation
• Maintaining logs of radiologic procedures
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment, to include the use of personal protective equipment as needed
• Assisting in maintaining appropriate equipment and supplies in the department
• Completing other comparable duties and assignments as directed by the Radiology Manager
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education

• Associate's degree in radiologic technology from an accredited school or two (2) years of experience in a directly related area. Bachelor's degree (preferred).

Certifications/Licensure

• Valid state Radiologic Technologist license
• Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification
• Certified in bone densitometry by the International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD), preferred.

Experience

• Two (2) years of experience in a directly related area preferred
• Previous Bone Density experience preferred.

Technical Skills

• Possess good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications. Able to interact with computers to enter data or process information
• Knowledgeable in computer systems (e.g. PACS), MS Word, Excel and others.
• Ability to learn from, and provide training to, others regarding proper safety and patient handling procedures
• Work may require hand dexterity for machine operation, using a calculator and/or computer keyboard.

Soft Skills

• Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to document/record information
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to work well and communicate professionally with physicians, patients and staff in all levels in the organization
• Willingness to provide personal assistance to patients and co-workers as needed
• Able to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time
• Ability to interpret and explain an extensive variety of instructions
• Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strength and weaknesses of alternate solutions or approaches to a problem
• Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem solving and decision making

Physical Requirements

• Stand or sit for extended periods of time
• Must be physically able to assist patients during ambulation and examination
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule to meet the demands of a changing scheduling environment and accommodate the needs of the practice
• Physical demands may also include stooping, bending or reaching to files and supplies, mobility to complete errands or deliveries, standing or sitting for extended periods of time and viewing a computer monitor
• Requires considerable use of the arms, legs and whole body for pushing and pulling of equipment and materials and for lifting, balancing, walking while handling patients
• Travel from site to site is required

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week): medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off.

Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and placement, promotion, training, transfer, retention, rate of pay and all other terms and conditions of employment.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Duties and responsibilities, experience, qualifications, skills, supervisory relationship, physical/mental demands, and environmental/ working conditions may change as needs evolve.

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