Imaging Coordinator, Medical Center East, 8a-4p

UofL Health•Louisville, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

About UofL Health: UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day. Position Summary and Purpose Works with each Facilities staff CT, MRI, NM, Mammo, US or Echo techs to ensure quality patient care and service delivery in an efficient, cost controlled manner. Responsible for communication of protocols with Radiologist groups to technical staff. Responsible for developing high quality protocols for CT, MRI, NM, Mammo, US or Echo examinations and are consistently followed at each Facility. Responsible for training and continuing education of CT, MRI, NM, Mammo, US or Echo technical staff. Active participant in continuous quality improvement programs at each CT, MRI, NM, Mammo, US or Echo facility. Ensure each scanner is ACR (or other applicable body) accredited as appropriate. Strong organizational and leadership skills utilized to ensure work flow is maximized and systems such as staff, injectors and scanners are used to their full potential.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
5 years previous experience in CT, MRI, NM, Mammo, Us or Echocardiography required.
Registry in area of expertise required upon hire (i.e. CT, MRI, US)
For CT area of expertise: Possess and maintain certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Computed Tomography (CT) required. State of Kentucky License required.
For MRI area of expertise: Possess and maintain certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) required. State of Kentucky License required.
For US area of expertise: Graduate of accredited School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography and/or equivalent experience. ARDMS, ARRT (US), or RVT registry required upon hire.
For NM area of expertise: Graduate of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine Technology (required); ARRT(N), OR CNMT (NMTCB) required upon hire; State of Kentucky License required
For Mammo area of expertise: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology; ARRT (M), within in 1 year of employment (required); State of Kentucky License (required)
For Echocardiography area of expertise: Associate Degree in Allied Health or Certificate from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program (required); Cardiac Sonographer registry required within 6 months of employment (ARDMS or CCI) (required);
BLS prior to employment
Takes initiative to proactively address issues and seek solutions when opportunities and challenges are presented.
Ensures quality care by being attentive to detail, addresses potential safety concerns, and follows our Error Prevention Techniques as outlined by UofL Health.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Demonstrates integrity by being open and honest in all communications.
Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
Ability to break down problems or tasks; scanning one’s own knowledge and experience to identify causes and consequences of events.
Is accountable for actions, taking full responsibility for the conduct and results of own work.
Adapts approach to situation and appreciates the difference in other’s perspective.
Committed to excellence to ensure our patients receive the best patient experience.
Works to maintain a positive team relationship with co-workers.
Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
Adheres to and exhibits our core values: Integrity: Moral wholeness, soundness, uprightness, honesty and sincerity as a basis of trustworthiness. Excellence: Outstanding achievement, merit, virtue; continually surpassing standards to achieve/maintain quality.
Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times.
Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines.
Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members.
Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community.
Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit
Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve
Working together as a team to achieve our goals
Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback
Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve
Using our resources wisely
Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Multiple system experience preferred.
MRSO certification recommended

Responsibilities

Develops appropriate CT, MRI, NM, Mammo, US or Echo protocols to ensure quality patient scans at multiple UL Health Imaging Facilities.
Assists with technical staff and daily operations of the CT, MRI, NM, Mammo, US or Echo facilities and ensures quality of work.
Contributes to the effective management and quality outcomes of the CT, MRI, NM, Mammo, US or Echo facilities.
Supports and monitors reports identified as quality and compliance matters.
Provides professional development, training and orientation of CT, MRI, NM, Mammo, US or Echo department technical staff to assist in maintaining staff’s competency at the site. This may include working with Education to develop KNOW modules.
Ensure facilities provide a safe environment for our patients and visitors.
Assists in maintaining department and employee records to ensure accurate training documentation protocol accuracy and understanding.
Maintains responsibility for general technical functions and efficient utilization of time.
Assists in delivering high quality health care services in a professional, compassionate, and courteous manner while respecting the dignity and individuality of each person who comes in contact with the organization.
Displays knowledge and complies with the National Patient Safety goals.
Uses standard precautions, PPE, at all times.
Maintains regulatory compliance and licensure for current position.
Attends all UofL Health required educational programs as well as all KNOW modules.
Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct.
Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Performs other duties as assigned