Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

The incumbent supervises the technical staff of the Imaging Service to assure optimum quality control, efficient coordination of activities and high-quality technical production. The incumbent will supervise employees during evening, night and weekend hours. Duties involve providing clinical coverage in computed tomography (CT) in addition to their supervisory duties. Hours for these duties will depend upon the needs of the service. Incumbent supports the Supervisory Specialty Imaging Manager, who provides direct supervision of the position.

Functions (Supervisory): Direct supervision that is responsible for performance evaluations for the following specialty modalities in Imaging Service: General Radiology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computed Tomography (CT) and Ultrasound (US). Incumbent must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and will perform continuing education to satisfy requirements for such. The incumbent will also maintain (Basic Life Saving) BLS certification. Coordinates all work performed by the designated technical staff. Makes changes in workflow or assignment of functions to improve workflow and services rendered, promote job satisfaction and increase productivity. Incumbent will ensure emergent work is done promptly and efficiently. Coordinates patient flow throughout the department but with special emphasis in General Radiology, CT, US and MRI. This involves working with other hospital staff and clinicians to work out problems and changes that affects outside organizations. Recommends and submits to higher authority for changes that may increase costs or affect employees' status, limit services rendered, or affect work outside the Imaging Service. Is prepared to handle substantial changes in workload demand including justifying changes in staffing levels, priorities and deadlines. Has significant input on budget requirements for General Radiology, CT, US and MRI based on experience, anticipated workload and production capability of work force and submits to Supervisory Specialty Imaging Manager. Coordinates and supervises quality assurance activities of technical staff in all assigned areas. Ensures adequate supplies to meet workload demands. Responsible, by delegation or hands on approach, to ensure that the designated cabinets in all rooms are stocked with necessary supplies at all times with special attention to emergency equipment. Ensures that all exam rooms are neat and clean at all times. Assigns employees to positions and/or work assignments based on consideration of several factors including the difficulty and type of work, availability, capability and experience. Issues oral and written instructions for non-routine or more complex assignments. Resolves scheduling and back-up coverage problems on off-hour and weekend shifts and is responsible for vacation coverage on these shifts. Assists in providing coverage when unexpected staff shortages occur during regular and irregular tours-of-duty.