Chief Technologist

RAYUS Radiology•Lady Lake, FL

About The Position

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Chief Technologist to join our team. Provides leadership and management to technical services, assures that services are provided within professional standards. Operates appropriate scanners to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes. Maintains positive work relationships with radiologists and other physicians referring to the company. This position is full-time, working Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.

Requirements

ARRT registered technologist, current and in good standing
Graduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography
Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Training and experience sufficient to competently perform radiographic procedures independently
Advanced modality certification

Nice To Haves

Bilingual
Previous supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Patient Imaging
Screens patients before examination for any precautions or contraindications pertaining to the examination
Performs routine and advanced radiologic procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats
Explains and prepares patients for procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately scanned and providing patient support by talking to patients throughout the procedure
Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS) system
Adjusts scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate; recommends scanning protocols that meet physicians' needs
Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect themselves, their patients, and coworkers
Produces diagnostic images in assigned area and performs quality control tasks as assigned
Maintains positive work relationships with radiologists and other physicians referring to the company
Remains self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve
Maintains equipment, cleans and disinfects equipment after each use, checks to ensure emergency equipment is in good working order; takes corrective action for any hazardous conditions or equipment breakdowns
Ensures an orderly and clean work area in all modalities to promote good safety habits for patients and team
Promotes and motivates good customer relations with patients, physicians, visitors and other company personnel
Staff Management
Ensures comprehensive knowledge of company policies, procedures and protocols for all technologists
Assists in staff planning and hiring process along with management
Manages overall staffing levels for adequate modality coverage at all times
Monitors and approves timecards
Oversees and assists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise
Schedules routine meetings with Technical Operations Manager
Attends and participates in monthly Chief Tech meeting
Initiates and participates in staff performance evaluations and development of associates including performance improvement plans, and/or disciplinary actions
Leads regular staff meetings and employee one-on-ones
Participates in HR training sessions
Operations
Coordinates patient relations, ensuring a high quality of patient service is delivered
Ensures compliance with state regulations and internal policies regarding documentation and tracking of safety and licensing-related items
Orders appropriate supplies as necessary following company guidelines on inventory control
Performs other duties as assigned