Lead Radiology Tech

General Summary:

The Lead Radiology Tech completes quality imaging on a variety of patients requiring X-Ray’s and/or CT studies and serves in a leadership role within the Radiology Team.

Description of Essential Duties:

• In addition to performing all items in the Radiology Tech Job Description, the Lead position will also:
• Perform meaningful growth meeting with RT’s on a routine basis and identify areas of improvement that will result in the meeting or exceeding of organizational quality metric goals.
• Adhere to and positively promote all protocols
• Professionally and expertly represent GEMD during surveys related to the clinical area (DOH, COLA, AHCA, JC, etc.)
• Participation in QA/PI activities

a. Light Alignment Testing

b. Lead Shield Testing

c. Equipment PM’s

d. Other audits as dictated by the FL or VP of Clinical Operations

• Maintenance of all diagnostic imaging equipment (CT scanner, X-Ray unit, US machine, and all their components)

• Maintain quality standards by updating protocols as needed, making recommendations based on current best practices, bringing to the attention of the Facility Leader any unsafe practices, etc.

• Ensure the workflow of the clinical area during the workday, addressing any issues/challenges

• Communicate positively with all team members and patients

• Continuous education and training of team on new or updated processes/equipment

• Actively participate in the hiring and termination of radiology team

• Serve as a strong resource for the staff and support the Facility Leader in their absence

• Utilize organizational specific software to reference old patient records and organizational protocols

• Follow the information security policies and management system, contributing to their effectiveness, and actively reporting on their performance

• Function in a manner that supports the facility in meeting or exceeding goals set forth in the quality metrics (Door to EKG, Troponin TAT, Door to Antibiotic, Etc.)

• Support the Facility Leader (FL) and Lead Rad Tech by being a positive team player

• Completion of daily checklists

• Participate in morning huddles when on shift

• Accurate completion of clinical inventory as assigned

• Participate in facility specific education and training (i.e., OSHA, HIPAA, Joint Commission, ALARA, etc.)

• Timely completion of tasks as assigned by the Facility Leader and VP Clinical Operations

Job Requirements:

Education: Associates

Experience Years: 2 Years

Experience Type:

• Active State of Florida License
• Active AART Certification
• Must hold an active BLS certification
• Healthcare Leadership/Management experience strongly recommended
• Must successfully pass a Level 2 background screen and drug test
• Must be successfully credentialed within each facility you will be performing shifts
• Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Able to perform the duties expected for an active role in a busy medical environment (standing, walking, teaching, public speaking, pulling, pushing, lifting, etc.)
• Able to stand and work up to a 12-hour shift in the facility
• Ability to travel between local facilities (50-mile radius) to cover shifts.
• Legibly write English, clearly speak English, and proficiently read English
• Bilingual Preferred
• Proficiency with Windows based computers and common programs such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and other common forms of electronic communication.
• Great positive communication skills (including the ability to proficiently read, write, and speak English)
• Ability to build relationships with patients and employees and help support a culture of passion and enthusiasm

Certifications/Licenses:

• Active State of Florida License
• Active AART Certification
• Must hold an active BLS certification