RADIOLOGY TECH - LEAD SATELLITE

OverviewGeneral: Assists the Director/Manager in the technical management by ensuring proper day to day operations of the area. Serves as a resource person for team members. Primary duties include ensuring compliance with policies/procedures and regulatory requirements, problem solving, teaching/training, and communication. Specific: Responsible for the assigned satellite location(s). Creates and maintains team schedules; initiates replacement staff for call offs as needed; communicates with the manager of satellites on a frequent basis; assures compliance with Regulatory agencies such as the Joint Commission and the American College of Radiology; assures customer service standards are met; assures quality standards are met. Performs modality specific procedures in accordance with established protocols and departmental standards and procedures. Position reports to Diagnostic Imaging Manager responsible for Satellite Imaging services. ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates ability to plan and organize work flow to maximize productivity while maintaining quality, safety and customer satisfaction.. Assists in the development of PDCA systems to implement and monitor process improvements and take action where appropriate. Ensures team members maintain departmental policies/procedures, and adhere to all quality, safety, and regulatory standards/requirements. Supports department by monitoring regulatory/accreditation compliance. Takes actions to address deficiencies as appropriate. Trains new and current team members and students. Ensures that orientation and training checklists are completed. Makes sure that annual mandatory education is completed and competencies are assessed and documented. Provides feedback to leadership about team members' performance, including need for coaching, counseling, disciplinary action. Assists leadership in completing initial and annual performance appraisals. Recommends/Assists with the preparation of departmental training and education, quality and safety programs and performance improvement projects. Acts as resource person for daily operations within the department, section or unit. Very knowledgeable about the specific aspects/technical details of the job, and readily share knowledge with others. Participates in the interview process and provides feedback on candidates. Demonstrate a complete working knowledge of all radiographic equipment within the department Performs all routine radiographic procedures as assigned. Demonstrates anatomy under investigation through proper patient positioning according to the department policy and procedure manual. Obtains patient history and clinical data for correlation with the images. Adjusts technical factors in proportion to patient and body part being examined while minimizing radiation. Provides radiation protection to patient, staff and self according to prescribed safety standards. Reviews consultation request, checking for special instructions from requesting physician, and consults with the radiologist as necessary. Pleasantly greets patients, confirming identification and introducing yourself. Completely explains examination procedure to the patient and their family if present. Performs visual preventative safety inspections, completes tube warm-up procedures for each radiographic room as assigned. Identifies problems and communicates to immediate supervisor. Develops exposed images through proper use of CR technology. Reviews images for proper positioning, technique and identification. Maintains necessary inventory of supplies for assigned room, rotating stock in an orderly fashion, and eliminating outdated items. Assists in the movement of patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers and radiographic tables. Recognizes emergency situations, initiates code procedures and administers first aid or CPR as needed. QualificationsMinimum four years in a related field.Able to communicate effectively, pleasantly, cooperatively, and discretely with patients, physicians, team members, and the general public. Able to work under pressure. Maintains patient confidentiality. Excellent communication skills and ability to relate well with people of diverse backgrounds, training and experience. Demonstration of creativity, initiative and problem solving. . Competencies Skills Essential:* Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal* Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members* Able To Withstand Crisis Situations* Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors* Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records CredentialsEssential:* ARRT-RT - Radiological Tech EducationEssential:* Associates Degree in related field EntryUSD $31.83/Hr. MaxUSD $49.34/Hr.