Lead Interventional Radiology Technologist Days FT

Trane Technologies•Detroit, MI

15h

About The Position

DMC Harper University Hospital is a specialty referral hospital recognized for clinical expertise and innovative research, with Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention, and heart failure. Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the Lead Interventional Radiology Technologist serves as a lead or resource person for personnel involved in angiography procedures while also performing Angiography Technologist duties as required. The role coordinates workflow, delegates and guides staff, follows up on staff activities, resolves routine and complex problems, and helps ensure the department operates safely and efficiently. The lead monitors the quantity and quality of work, ensures diagnostic procedures meet department standards, contributes input to personnel decisions and performance appraisals, assists with performance improvement plans, and is responsible for scheduling and timekeeping for angiography technologists. Call or standby may be required by the department.

Requirements

Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiology (RT), Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI), or Cardiovascular-Interventional (CV).
Have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support—Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by the end of the orientation period.
Obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 6 months of hire when working in an adult setting, or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 1 year of hire when working in a cardiology setting.
Two or more years of progressively more responsible Interventional Radiology work experience.
Analytical and clinical skills to determine age-appropriate methods for providing requested radiographs based on patients’ physical abilities or limitations.
Interpersonal and communication skills to work with and instruct patients under physical or emotional stress, understand physicians’ verbal and written requests and prescriptions, and work effectively with diverse hospital personnel and patients.
Technical knowledge to operate specialized equipment and computers.
Ability to work effectively in a complex environment and handle multiple or changing priorities.
Knowledge and understanding of American College of Radiology accreditation requirements.
Physical stamina and ability for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients; ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach, and lift to provide patient care.
Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and use imaging equipment and supplies and produce images of acceptable diagnostic quality.
Ability to gather and interpret data, identify discrepancies or problems, seek advice when precedents are unclear or unavailable, and determine methods for ensuring compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
Use appropriate discretion in communication and provide conflict resolution when necessary; diplomacy, tact, and listening skills.
Leadership skills, including willingness to pursue increasingly accountable leadership roles, decision-making, coaching, teaching, counseling, inspiring and building confidence in others, and forging alliances and garnering support.

Responsibilities

Serve as a lead or resource person for personnel involved in angiography procedures and perform Angiography Technologist duties as required.
Coordinate workflow; delegate, oversee, and guide staff in carrying out their duties.
Follow up on activities of Angiography Technologists or assigned personnel and resolve routine and complex problems.
Help ensure the department operates safely and efficiently.
Monitor work quantity and quality to ensure work is completed.
Ensure prescribed diagnostic procedures are performed according to department standards.
Provide input for performance appraisals, hiring decisions, and progressive discipline up to termination of employment.
Assist with monitoring performance improvement plans.
Schedule and maintain timekeeping for angiography technologists.
Take call or standby as required by the department.