Lead Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) - Memorial Regional Medical Center

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Lead Radiology Technologist - Memorial Regional Medical Center

Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8am - 4:30pm

Job Summary:

The Lead Radiology Technologist is a certified health professional who is committed to applying the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of ionizing radiation, in diagnostic radiology. The lead will also assist their manager or supervisor with daily operational tasks for their department.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for related equipment, supply inventory, patient education and the continuum of patients care before, during, and after procedures.
• Manages the day-to-day operations of the Radiology department under the direction of the Radiologist and Director of Imaging Services.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures established by the hospital to standardize department operations and support all staffing needs for training and continued education with team with changes to meet policies and procedures for patient population.
• Responsible for daily staff situation, background, assessment, recommendation, resources (SBAR), monthly staff meetings, and maintain proper staffing for each shift.
• Maintains department safety, patient care equipment, and equipment maintenance records in accordance with state regulations.
• Performs all general radiography, fluoroscopy, and operating room radiology procedures and Assist the Radiology Manager with the interviewing process as well as provide clinical orientation and in-services for staff technologists.
• Operates radiographic equipment and accessories in accordance with the principles of ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable).

Education:

Associates from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Required Licensure & Certification:

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) (required)  
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)                      

 

Experience:

1 year experience as a registered radiography technologist (required)

2 years' experience as a registered radiography technologist (preferred)

Experience with Radiology Information System (preferred)

Training:

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)

Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Lead Radiology Technologist is a certified health professional who is committed to applying the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of ionizing radiation, in diagnostic radiology. The lead will also assist their manager or supervisor with daily operational task for the department.

Essential Job Functions

•             Responsible for related equipment, supply inventory, patient education and the continuum of patients care before, during, and after procedures. 

•             Manages the day-to-day operations of the Radiology department under the direction of the Radiologist and Director of Imaging Services.

•             Adheres to the policies and procedures established by the hospital to standardize department operations.

•             Responsible for daily staff situation, background, assessment, recommendation and resources (SBAR) and monthly staff meetings.   

•             Maintains department safety, patient care equipment, and equipment maintenance records in accordance to state regulations.

•             Supports the staffing needs for training and continued education as policies and procedures change to meet the needs of our patient population.

•             Performs all general radiography, fluoroscopy, and operating room radiology procedures.

•             Maintains proper staffing for each shift.

•             Assist the Radiology Manager with the interviewing process as well as provides clinical orientation and in-services for staff technologists.

•             Provides excellent customer service for both internal and external customers.

•             Operates radiographic equipment and accessories in accordance with the principles of ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable).

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)  (required)  

State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)

BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)

BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)           

Education

Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (required)                                                                                   

Work Experience

1 year experience as a registered radiography technologist (required)

2 years' experience as a registered radiography technologist (preferred)

Experience with Radiology Information System (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)

Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com