Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MR)

Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI) The Supervisory Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MRI) position is assigned to the Medical Imaging Service, within the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center. The Supervisory DRT (MRI) serves as the primary supervisor for the MRI department. In the absence of other sectional supervisors, he/she will assume the responsibility of that appropriate section and ensures strict adherence to MRI Safety policies throughout the section. Coordinates with other services, sections and units to resolve problems or improve current procedures within the radiology department. Responsible for preparing formal requests for new equipment with complete justification to include quotes, staff, training and space. Ensures that various reports are prepared, and the Program Director is briefed on highlights and/or problems encountered or anticipated. Prepare plans to meet sudden increases or changes in the normal day-to-day workload, priorities, deadlines, etc. Prepares budget and cost estimates based on past precedents, anticipated workloads and overall capabilities of the section. Provides oral or written special instructions on difficult or different operations and provides answers to technical questions concerning an assignment. Develops and implements written instructions and procedures and special instructions for non-routine or complex assignments to clarify existing guidelines. Ensures that employees are kept informed of management goals and objectives and keeps immediate supervisor informed of employees' participation and concerns. Reviews, approves, and disapproves leave in a timely manner. Makes the necessary adjustment to workload and staff in conjunction with leave requests. Responsible for ensuring that monthly, quarterly and annual reports are accurate and are submitted in timely manner. Reviews new developments in the field and recommends those which would improve the operation of the section. Reviews and evaluates activities within the sections to measure productivity, workflow, the extent of achievement of objectives and to evaluate the effectiveness of methods, techniques and procedures. Responsible for training, counseling, disciplining, evaluating and promoting the growth of employees within the sections. Participates in setting performance standards of employees supervised. Performs other duties as assigned on a daily basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr