Radiologic Technologist, Lead Technologist DEXA

Illinois Bone and Joint Institute LLC•Morton Grove, IL

4d•$32 - $43•Hybrid

About The Position

The Lead Radiology Technologist, DEXA oversees and coordinates the daily operations of the clinic's imaging department, (DEXA, Ultrasound) ensuring high-quality imaging services and patient care, regulatory compliance, efficient workflows, and optimal use of technology, balancing leadership with clinical oversight to support DEXA and Ultrasound technologists. This role combines hands-on radiologic imaging duties with leadership responsibilities, including supervising staff, managing workflow, maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and optimizing departmental efficiency. The lead technologist serves as a resource for complex procedures, trains and mentors staff, and liaises with physicians, patients, and administrative personnel to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in radiologic technology from an accredited school or two (2) years of experience in a directly related area.
Valid state Radiologic Technologist license
Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification
Two (2) years of experience in a directly related area preferred.
Previous Bone Density experience preferred.
Possess good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows-based computer applications. Able to interact with computers to enter data or process information
Knowledgeable in computer systems (e.g. PACS), MS Word, Excel and others.
Ability to learn from, and provide training to, others regarding proper safety and patient handling procedures
Work may require hand dexterity for machine operation, using a calculator and/or computer keyboard.
Able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to document/record information
Strong interpersonal skills, able to work well and communicate professionally with physicians, patients and staff in all levels in the organization
Willingness to provide personal assistance to patients and co-workers as needed
Able to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time
Ability to interpret and explain an extensive variety of instructions
Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strength and weaknesses of alternate solutions or approaches to a problem
Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem solving and decision making

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree
Certified in bone densitometry by the International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD), preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all the duties of a Radiology DEXA staff member in the DEXA department, including performing dexa scans and analysis.
Assist in managing DEXA and Ultrasound staffing schedule/calendar and assign staff for call-ins.
Responsible for following up on Epic, PACS issues, scheduling concerns, patient calls
Support facilitation of new hire training (shadow clinic, epic training, cross training, etc).
Participate in interview process of candidates through in-person shadowing interviews
Performing periodic instrument quality assurance (QA) procedures as required to assure high quality testing and compliance with state law and various research quality assurance monitoring centers.
Maintains QA and equipment records
Research quality improvement opportunities in clinical workflow and implement into practice
Assist with policy development and implementation with the staff
Maintains service records and facilities service as needed
Helps identify, evaluate, and resolve potential safety issues for the department and the practice
Other duties as outlined by the Radiology Manager.
Performing radiologic procedures as ordered by the physician/provider in such a way as to assure patient safety and reliability of results for diagnostic radiographs
Receiving and interpreting requests and/or instructions for radiologic procedures
Accurately inputting patient information for proper identification of patient images
Manipulating radiographic equipment and adjusting imaging controls for the procedure being performed
Providing assistance to patients with such tasks as dressing, changing or removing items which may interfere with the procedure being performed
Using appropriate body mechanics to assist patients in transferring to and from imaging table
Gaining the cooperation of the patient to ensure accurate positioning
Utilizing radiation safety measures, and protection devices to comply with state and federal regulations as well as to ensure the safety of the patient, staff and self
Observing the patient during all radiographic procedures to ensure patient safety
Reviewing and evaluating computer generated images to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic evaluation
Maintaining logs of radiologic procedures
Maintaining a clean and safe work environment, to include the use of personal protective equipment as needed
Assisting in maintaining appropriate equipment and supplies in the department
Completing other comparable duties and assignments as directed by the Radiology Manager
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Other duties as assigned