Radiology Lead Orthopedics

Radiology Lead

Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name: Radiology-Diagnostic-Clinic

Work Shift: Day

Job Category: Clinical Care

Great careers are built at Banner Health. Our medical imaging and radiology team members play a key role in excellent patient care. If you like the idea of making a positive change in people's lives apply today.

TOCA at Banner Health has built a reputation for excellence in Arizona for 70 years as the first and foremost orthopedic group. Our Nationally and Internationally recognized orthopedic physicians and surgeons use the most advanced, proven technologies for the best recovery possible. We are the forefront of the Integrated Service Model and committed to continually improving our delivery of orthopedic care to meet the needs of our patients. Our board certified and fellow trained physicians specialize in: fracture care, joint replacement, sports medicine, physical therapy, digital x-ray, and more. We are also honored to be the official team physicians and orthopedic surgeons for Arizona State University.

As a Radiology Lead on this team, you will not only work as an individual contributor, you will also serve as additional support for your team, mentoring, responding to escalated issues and/or concerns and additional duties as assigned. If you are ready to be challenged, work in a positive environment and contribute to making a change in people's lives, apply now!

Location: Phoenix 2222 E Highland Ave, Suite 300, Phoenix, AZ

Schedule: Monday- Friday between the hours of 8:00am -5:00pm with alternating schedules, for opening and closing. No weekends, No holidays

POSITION SUMMARY

This position facilitates services and provides clinical support within the department. Performs prescribed procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to organize and provide care appropriate to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Provides or facilitates patient care for patient populations and serves as a resource to staff for clinical support. Assumes responsibility for direct patient care when necessary. Promotes interdisciplinary patient care planning and patient education.
• Demonstrates leadership qualities in support of department needs and collaborates with various departments, outside vendors, and other departments to assure adequate resources and the proper coordination of safe, efficient patient care management.
• Serves as resource to patients, families, providers and staff in providing care by facilitating patient flow. Assists in the interpretation of department/facility/system policies within the clinical setting. Responsible for providing safe and cost effective care while considering patient satisfaction and customer service.
• Participates in staff development, orientation, education and evaluation of clinical competencies. Mentors staff to increase clinical, critical thinking and problem solving skills. May participate in employee performance assessments.
• Supports change and assists in the development, interpretation, implementation and evaluation of the process improvement and quality management activities of the department/system. May serve as QA and clinical educator. May coordinate and assist in development of QI/QC projects.
• Monitors staff usage and ensures staffing meets patient needs in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to imaging practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information. Adheres to safety policies.
• Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Performs prescribed procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
• This position functions within the Imaging department of the assigned facility. Participates on committees as assigned. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program or equivalent program for other modalities (MRI, Nuclear Medicine, CAT Scan, Mammography, Diagnostic imaging). Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or modality qualified licensure (NMTCB, ARDMS, ARMRIT). Licensure by state regulatory agency required, if applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in specialty required (MRI, Nuclear Medicine, CAT Scan, Mammography), if applicable. BLS certification required. Depending on certification and modality(ies) coordinating, may be assigned to a single modality or Multi-Modality Medical Imaging Coordinator role (Ultrasound Coordinator, MRI Coordinator, Mult Mod Med Img Coord, etc.) This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 3+ years of experience. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and solve problems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Health care related Bachelors degree and prior supervisory experience preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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