Lead Radiology Technologist (Lead Rad Tech - Full-Time Days - Murphy)

Position Overview

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of imaging procedures, including CT and X-Rays, at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Additionally, the incumbent assists with implementing and maintaining a hospital imaging strategy, procedures, equipment and policies.

Essential Job Functions

Work closely with Hospital Administrator in their management and direction of the daily radiology operations for the local facility. Participate in the clinical schedule by working a regular schedule of clinical shifts as a Rad Tech. Assist with maintaining staff schedule and adequate staffing levels. Assist Director of Radiology with the development, implementation, maintenance, and enforcement of departmental programs, policies, procedures and protocols. Ensure and maintain required documentation for compliance with general safety, radiation safety, environmental and infection control standards, and with local, state, FDA, ACR, DNV and HIPPA regulations. Monitor compliance with standards, identify variances or inabilities to meet established targets and implement action to ensure that targets are met. Ensure radiology equipment, supplies and materials are maintained in a condition to promote efficient, safe and effective services for patients, physicians, and staff. Assists with assessing the accuracy of images and handling of technical troubleshooting and quality assurance issues. Collect laboratory samples and perform lab testing in accordance with established laws, policies and procedures, as well as COLA and CLIA regulations. Assist with patient care and other activities as assigned by the Hospital Administrator/designee as indicated by the patient's plan of care. Collect, report, and document clinical data. Take vital signs, height and weight, intake and output, pulse oximetry, and collect specimens. Provide for patient safety related to age and condition. Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times. Provide and maintain a clean, safe environment and perform and/or assist others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures, and infection control measures. Assist with the admission, transfer, and discharge of the patient.

Other Job Functions

Attend staff meetings or other company sponsored or mandated meetings as required. Travel to all facility locations as required. Perform additional duties as assigned. Ability to work off-hours and on call when required.

Basic Qualifications

High School diploma or GED, required. Graduation from an AMA-approved school of Radiology Technology, required. Certified as a medical radiologic technologist as required by the state in which practicing, required. Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association, required. Associate's Degree in radiology, preferred. Registered Technologist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiography and/or computed tomography, preferred. 4+ years radiologic/imaging experience, required. 2+ years of CT experience, required. 1+ years of emergency room experience, preferred. Proficiency with most X-ray/CT equipment, manufacturer's hardware/software and PACS.