Radiology Director

Job Description

Job Description

General Purpose:
The Radiology Director will perform X-rays and CT scans. The Radiology Director will communicate the state of Radiology functions to the CEO on a regular basis. This individual will make recommendations and participate in the planning, organization and coordination of the overall operation of the Radiology Department. These services are provided for the Emergency Department, Clinic and hospital inpatients. This individual must have the ability to communicate effectively with all members of the health care team. The Radiology Director will maintain a high level of professionalism, which positively promotes the image of the hospital. This position will have the ability to educate patients and families as to the nature of procedures. This will require strong interpersonal skills. The Radiology Director will require the ability to follow complex instructions and to perform multiple tasks simultaneously. The Radiology Director will participate in daily functions of the Radiology Department and must be available some nights and weekends. The Radiology Director will oversee the On-Call Schedule for the department.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Establish, review and revise radiology policies and procedures. Establish, review and revise quality assurance procedures for the radiology department. To review preventative maintenance for equipment and instruments. Reviews and is knowledgeable about equipment and instrument contracts. Review patient reports and billing charges to assure appropriate patient care. Train and encourage staff compliance with safety regulations and use of personal protective equipment. Train and encourage staff compliance with HIPAA regulations. To assure the compliance of departmental and institutional policies, procedures, and regulations. Train, supervise and assist in the evaluation of work performance of the departmental staff. Develop work performance standards. Assure appropriate staff coverage and workloads. Provide technical expertise as needed or requested. Participate in long range planning for new hospital departmental services and in developing and maintaining departmental budgets. Maintain departmental supplies. Maintain departmental equipment and instrument requirements. Consult and communicate when adding procedures and resolving problems. Submit the necessary radiology surveys, quality control and calibration verifications for review as required. Maintain continuing education credits and help monitor staffs’ continuing education credits.
Other Duties/ Responsibilities :

• Performs a variety of technical and supportive activities in a hospital to assist medical staff in the diagnosis and treatment of patients to include operating x-ray equipment.
• Assume triage responsibility for maintaining the orderly and efficient flow of patients through the radiology department.
• Calibrate and perform routine maintenance on x-ray equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Follows written and verbal instructions.
• Work under limited supervision; demonstrate ability to work without immediate supervision.
• Maintain effective information management system.
• Maintain positive relationships with hospital staff, medical staff, patients and visitors.
• Participate in problem solving as needed.
• Operates fixed and mobile radiographic equipment to produce routine diagnostic medical images. Computes techniques and adjusts control panel settings such as kilovoltage, exposure time, milliamperage, and focal spot size.
• Positions patients to image desired anatomic structures. Selects image recording media, adjust table or cassette holder, aligns x-ray tube for correct distance and angle, and restricts radiation beam for maximum patient protection. Exposes and processes images.
• Operates equipment associated with Computed Radiography (CR), Digital Radiography (DR), diagnostic/clinical workstations, film digitizers, optical disk storage systems, network and computer interface.
• Performs general diagnostic imaging activities; reproduces images.
• Works closely with providers and assists in appropriate diagnostics.
• Cleans and inspects equipment and performs preventive maintenance. Receives patients, prepares and processes examination requests and related records, files images and reports.
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Maintain quality, safety and/or infection control standards.
• Perform other related duties as required to ensure the smooth operation of the hospital.
• Participates in hospital/community events as a committee member.

*Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. Job Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:
Must have the ability to read, write, and understand English. Can follow compliance to state and federal regulations. Follows advances in radiologic technology. Can perform advanced supervisor duties. Can use Microsoft Excel and Word programs. Can operate office equipment. Has knowledge of and can demonstrate rules for safe exposure and handling of chemical and biological hazards. Can follow compliance to HIPAA and Corporate Compliance regulations.
Education or Formal Training:
Minimum education: Associates Degree or Certificate for Radiology Technologist and AART Registered and Licensed by the State of Wyoming.
Experience:
5 years technical job experience as a Radiologic Technologist
2 years supervisory experience
Working Environment:
Working in a hospital creates a unique work environment of both confidentiality and hospitality. The addition of an Extended Care Facility to the organization creates of a level of expectation for the behavior of all employees when interacting with the residents on a daily basis. This is the residents’ home and as such requires an additional level of attention to detail from all staff. An interaction with staff, patients and patients families also occurs on a daily basis.
The job will generally be performed 85% of the time in doors with minimal outside exposure unless the individual is required to move between buildings on the NHLC campus. Normal noise levels (those of business office with large equipment) can be expected.
Physical Activities:
This position spends 80% of their working day standing, walking, kneeling, or bending over. In addition, this individual is expected to be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds using proper body mechanics. The ability to reach overhead is also important. Personal protective equipment is used as needed. If accommodation due to allergies, skin sensitivity or some other physical impairment is needed it is important to discuss this with the supervisor in a timely manner. The other 20% of the time may be spent working at a computer station or sitting in other work areas.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Simple IRA company match 
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Rotating On call

About Us

Come be a part of a state of the art, newly designated Critical Access Hospital (CAH) focused on balancing a fully accessible clinic and acute care hospital services. We strive for employee satisfaction and concentrate on ensuring our employees maintain physical, financial, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. We are offering competitive pay based on experience and supplemental benefit packages.

NPVMC provides the most up to date medical campus in Southeastern Wyoming. In addition to a 24-hour emergency room, NPVMC offers advanced imaging including ultrasound, X-Ray, digital mammography, CT, and mobile MRI capabilities. The CAH features an inpatient pharmacy, laboratory services, and physical/occupational therapy. Staffed with both full time physician and mid-level providers, the hospital provides a healthcare solution that services the community and offers convenience to medical services.

The Town of Saratoga itself offers a family friendly, small-town community nestled between the beautiful Rocky and Sierra Madre Mountains. The Platte Valley area is highly known for its breathtaking scenery which offer hiking, camping, blue ribbon fishing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing to name a few. Within 20 miles you can be floating down the river, driving up the gorgeous Snowy Range, soaking in our famous natural hot springs, or walking through and exploring the Grand Encampment Museum. You and your family will quickly fall in love with the Valley’s charm.

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