Supervisor of Imaging (X-ray/CT/Film Room)

Position Purpose Under the general direction of the manager, the incumbent is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the Imaging Department, the staff, performing diagnostic, therapeutic, and interventional procedures, and actively participate as a member of the Imaging team. Nature and Scope The incumbent provides imaging services to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients and families. Demonstrating the ability to work with patient’s physical, motor/sensory adaptation, cognitive, and psychosocial needs specific to the population being served and meets standards of quality as measured by the Unit/Department age specific competency standards. Competently operates imaging equipment and related machinery. Verifies and executes physician’s orders for diagnostic, therapeutic, and interventional exams, ensuring the proper preparation for such exams, and the safety and wellbeing of patients during procedures. Other duties include, but are not limited to, billing, supplies stocking, file maintenance, medical charting, informed consent documentation, quality improvement studies, patient history/symptoms acquisition. Determines the best method of obtaining optimal examinations while ensuring patient safety; regulates patient flow, consults with radiologists and cardiologists to determine contrast media and makes necessary corrections to improve image quality. May be required to assist other modalities within the department or Renown Health. The position is responsible for coordination of daily workflow of the staff and providing for appropriate QC monitoring as specified in the evaluation section of the job description. The incumbent acts as a liaison between the staff and the Manager, Director of Imaging, Radiologists and Cardiologists, medical staff, and the Administration of Renown Health. The incumbent will help to develop policy and procedure for the Imaging Department. The incumbent will be responsible for providing the staff with current information regarding policy and procedure, disaster plans, fire and safety regulations, etc. The incumbent will ensure that all staff are afforded scheduled time to maintain current competencies. The incumbent will assist the manager with scheduling of staff, orientation of new employees, supply inventory and ordering, scheduling for emergency repair of imaging equipment, participation in Quality Improvement process, and staff developmental in-services. Major challenges to this position are related to staying current with changes in the field of radiology and cardiology, managing and coordinating the imaging departments on a daily basis as well as providing strategic planning input for the future direction of the department. It is common to encounter potential hazards in the healthcare environment. Some of these hazards could include, but are not limited to: Radiation, Toxic Chemicals, Biological Hazards, Heat, Noise, Dust and Stress. Renown Health has a Safety Management Program in place addressing these issues. This position does provide patient care. Disclaimer The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job. Minimum Qualifications Requirements - Required and/or Preferred Education: Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Applicants with Bachelor degree preferred but not required. 200266, 200255: Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) and Vascular Interventional (VI) preferred. Experience: Requires a minimum of two years of imaging or nursing experience. License(s): Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T) (MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT): 200256, 209256 Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.) (R) and State of Nevada license for Medical Radiography: 200251, 200255, 209255, 209259, 400251 Cardiovascular Credentialing International (offering CCT or RCIS or RCS or RVS) or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (offering RVT or RDCS) in the specialty of Adult or Pediatric echocardiography and/or Vascular Technology Required: 200267, 200268 American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS or RVT or RDCS): 200252 Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T. (R)(CT)) and State of Nevada license for Medical Radiography: 200253, 400253 Required to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license or Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.) (R) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or State of Nevada license for Medical Radiography: 200266 Certification(s): Current BLS certification by The American Heart Association Standards at time of hire. ACLS and PALS are required within 6 months of hire for 200255 and 200266 only Computer / Typing: Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job‑specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. Name Description #J-18808-Ljbffr Hometown Health