Lead Radiology Technologist

WVU Medicine

39d•Onsite

About The Position

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. Performs radiographic procedures at a technical and professional level not requiring constant supervision. Functions in a lead capacity to train other technologist and assesses technologist competences in radiology. The radiographer must assume responsibility exercising independent judgment, initiative, and ingenuity in insuring quality images and pertinent information for diagnosis by the interpreting physician. Oversee staff and coordinate procedures.

Requirements

Registered by the American Registry of Radiography Technicians (ARRT) in Radiography.
Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided: MD: Radiographer License through Maryland Board of Physicians OH: Radiographer license through the Ohio Board of Radiology PA: No state license is required WV: Radiography License through the West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board.
Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
Three (3) years’ experience as a radiology technologist.

Nice To Haves

Five (5) years’ experience as a radiology technologist.

Responsibilities

Coordinates workflows within the department to maintain efficient patient throughput, high patient satisfaction, quality and accuracy of service and a high level of safety.
Participates in documentation and evaluation of clinical performance of student radiographers.
Assists in the implementation and training of associates.
Monitors and documents compliance with policies, procedures, communications and standards as directed by department manager.
Communicates issues to department management in a professional discreet manner.
Supports management decisions and communicates positively to associates.
Troubleshoot and act as a technical liaison to service.
Perform Daily QA procedures on all equipment.
Completes appropriate documentation for every procedure when appropriate wither on paper or in the computer system.
Employs appropriate safety techniques for all patients and associates.
Utilize all communication devices as necessary to perform appropriate patient care.
Perform IV insertion/blood draw.
Perform all diagnostic x-ray procedures ordered by the physician/care provider and in accordance with the radiologist protocols.
Assist the radiologist with diagnostic and interventional x-ray procedures.
Administer IV/Oral/Rectal contrast for imaging procedures per radiologist protocol and ordering physician/care provider order.
Utilize PACS to ensure exams are completed and available for the radiologist to read and for the referring physician/care provider to review.
Prepares monthly staff work schedule to assure coverage within established guidelines.
Assist with finding coverage for call offs.
Assist in evaluations of new equipment purchases.
Works with manager to monitor and maintain productivity levels.
Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.