Radiology Multi-Modality Coordinator

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois•Crystal Lake, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

In collaboration with the Manager/Supervisor, this role coordinates the activities of a multimodality radiology (diagnostic imaging) department. The individual works independently, supervising employees and operations, and performs procedures when needed and as appropriate to certification and competency. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, primarily on day shift with flexibility for coverage as needed. The pay range is $39.58-$59.37.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited radiography program
Two years of experience as a technologist required
ARRT registration in Radiography and one advanced modality for: Computerized Tomography (CT)
IEMA-DNS Radiography accreditation required if working in Illinois for Computerized Tomography (CT)
WI-DSPS radiographer license required if working in Wisconsin for Computerized Tomography (CT)
OR ARMDS/CMNT required for Ultrasound or Nuclear Medicine.
State does not require a license.
BLS/CPR required within 90 days of hire.
Passing the Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring).
Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.
Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.
Experience in working with radiologic technologists, radiologists and support staff in a multimodality department
Proficiency in mentoring employees and providing corrective action appropriately
Ability to communicate in a friendly and effective manner
Demonstrated ability to foster excellent teamwork in a radiology department
Strong organizational skills with ability to work independently
Read/comprehend written and verbal instructions
Basic PC skills
Manage stress appropriately
Make decisions under pressure and handle multiple priorities
Manage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience preferred
Experience in obtaining departmental accreditation

Responsibilities

Responsible for daily operational tasks such as patient flow, delegation and assignment of tasks, monitoring partner performance, inventory management, and communication with referring physicians, patients, partners, and other departments.
Maintains smooth and efficient workflow in the Radiology Department.
Responds to technical questions, concerns, and problems from Radiology and other Mercy staff, including physicians, and ensures optimal operations.
Troubleshoots equipment problems and coordinates with Supervisor.
Ensures adequate par levels of supplies and linen; reorders as necessary.
In collaboration with the Manager/Supervisor, ensures compliance with regulatory bodies and completes and submits required QA metrics.
Helps to identify areas where improvement may be necessary.
Assists Department Manager/Supervisor with training for new installations and upgrades to equipment and software for modalities as appropriate for site and licenses held.
Assigns daily work assignments and reviews the work of medical imaging and related staff.
Interviews, hires, and oversees orientation of new partners.
Assists with the supervision of radiography and ultrasound students and programs.
Provides input regarding student evaluations.
Assists leadership with regular staff meetings.
Maintains and renews accreditation for ACR, FDA, MQSA, and the state.
Implements and monitors radiation safety measures to ensure safety of patients and staff and compliance with government regulatory requirements.
Evaluates the accuracy and quality of images, and provides technical assistance to staff whenever necessary.
Confers with Department Manager/Supervisor for medical staff and technologists concerning medical imaging techniques and procedures.
Assists Manager/Supervisor in monitoring quality assurance program to conform to federal, state, local, and facility regulations and guidelines.
Consults on work in progress to assure accuracy and completes work.
Utilizes appropriate scripting, barriers, and patient identifiers and ensures Universal Protocol is used.
Performs and trains specialized and more difficult procedures.
Reviews current literature and attends meetings and seminars to keep informed of new developments in the field.
Full working knowledge of PACS.