Jackson North Medical Center
Department: Radiologic Diagnostic
Address: 160 NW 170th Street, North Miami Beach, Florida, 33169
Shift details: Full Time, 1:00PM to 9:30PM, Monday to Friday
Summary
Radiology Supervisors are responsible for supervision of a diagnostic section such as angiocardiography, neuroradiology or an emergency or clinic area in a large and diversified radiology department. Emphasis of the work is on scheduling, coordinating and technically supervising the work of a group of technologists and instructing both radiology students and technologists being trained in more difficult work.
Responsibilities
Supervises the work of Radiologic Technologists 1 and 2. Coordinates scheduling of patient flow and completes daily log of activities. Coordinates scheduling of technologists. Trains new technologists according to department protocol. Assists staff as needed with in-service training. Participates in instruction of Radiology Residents. Coordinates daily assignments with medical staff. Assists in supervising Dark-room, Medical Surgical Attendant, and/or Clerical Staff assigned to his/her area. Assists the technologists with more difficult processes or patients, while adhering to the safety standards particular to the age-specific needs of the patients. Evaluates technical quality of results and assists in resolving technical or administrative problems. Orders supplies and maintains inventory adequate for unit. Detects equipment problems and initiates repairs according to department protocol. Approves leave of subordinate staff. Counsels technologists on work related matters. Recommends promotions, transfers and disciplinary actions. Acts as clinical instructor for the program in Radiologic Technology. Devotes a minimum of 25% of his/her time providing students with appropriate and adequate clinical instruction/supervision and evaluation of the level of student clinical competency. Evaluates subordinate technologists' work performance. Participates in, or acts as, a committee member of the Quality Assurance Program. Reviews, signs and processes timecards for department coordinator of payroll processing. Performs diagnostic studies in the absence of a staff technologist or as the work load demands and maintains safety standards particular to the age-specific needs of the patient. Uses and supervises the use of the H.I.S. Computer system. Responsible for daily work list. Implements new diagnostic studies into the system for scheduling and billing. Initiates all bids and forwards written recommendations for purchases. Complies with all safety rules and regulations, departmental and hospital rules and protocol for all procedures. Shall be certified in CPR. Possesses and maintains understanding of the principles of growth and development as they pertain to patients in all age groups. Assesses data reflective of the patient's status, and interprets the information needed to identify the patient's requirement relative to age specific needs. Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise). Performs all other related job duties as assigned.
Experience
Generally requires 5 to 7 years of related experience. Supervisory experience is required.
Education
Graduation from an accredited School of Radiology Technology required.
Skill
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment. Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications. Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the nursing area.
Credentials
Valid Florida state license as a Radiology Technologist required. Employees hired BEFORE 2/1/2017 MUST obtain the required ARRT Certification by 12/31/2019. Employees who have completed training at JHS may be granted a grace period of 6 months upon hire to obtain the required certification. Any new hires with external training must have the required certification at the time of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification with at least 6 months validity required.
Unit Specific Credential
FL-BLS
Working Conditions
Physical Requirements - Job function requires frequent sitting, standing or walking for extended period of time. Must be able to carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Jobs in this group require frequent visual acuity to perform activities related to extended use of computers. Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit/department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC).
Environmental Conditions - Jobs in this group are required to function in a fast paced environment with occasional high pressure or emergent and stressful situations. Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, patients, insurance companies and other members of the public. Function is subject to inside environmental conditions, with occasional outdoor exposures. Exposure to various environments such as: communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a hospital and medical office environment. May also be exposed to needle sticks, airborne infections, medical gases, X-Ray, chemical exposures and other potential hazards. Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when exposed to infectious/clinical hospital environment. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions. Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit/department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC).
