Radiology Technologist Lead

UVA Health•Manassas, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Radiologic Technologist will provide leadership and is responsible for the effective ongoing quality, productivity, and efficiency of the radiology department. The Lead Radiologic Technologist will assist physicians in the performance of diagnostic and / or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the imaging equipment in order to obtain diagnostic scans. The Lead Radiologic Technologist will spend 90% of time in direct patient care.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Graduate of an accredited Radiology program – Required
Certified and registered by ARRT in Radiography– RT(R) Required
Thorough knowledge of policies and procedures, computer/information systems, equipment used in performing assigned duties, application of safety and infection control policies and procedures.
Possesses abilities in team building, decision making, and conflict management.
Able to perform and assist others with procedures and direct diagnostic radiology workflow.
Applies advanced skills in area of specialization.
Adapts procedures, protocols, techniques and equipment to meet special needs.
Constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping.
Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills.
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.
Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment.

Nice To Haves

2 Year / Associate Degree Preferred
2 years of experience in diagnostic radiology preferred.
N/A

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and is responsible for the effective ongoing quality, productivity, and efficiency of the radiology department.
Assist physicians in the performance of diagnostic and / or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the imaging equipment in order to obtain diagnostic scans.
Spend 90% of time in direct patient care.
Ensures patient safety and comfort while in the radiology department.
Explains the procedure and post-procedure orders to the patient to gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
Prioritizes workflow in regard to patient condition and ensures patients’ arrival and departure occur in a timely manner.
Provides an atmosphere conducive to gain the patient's cooperation and confidence.
Utilizes data received from patient satisfaction and practice performance results to identify opportunities to improve and participates in the planning and improvement process.
Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals.
Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers.
Facilitates and participates in regular staff meetings.
Follows routine standards and properly and safely manipulates equipment, within its limitations, to obtain images.
Maintains sterile equipment and fields.
Adjusts cameras to obtain the proper density and contrast.
Performs any necessary warm-up and quality control procedures on the equipment.
Uses protocols to obtain images of internal structures.
Critiques images for quality and makes necessary judgments to determine if repeat is necessary.
May be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.
May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention.
On call responsibilities as directed.
Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed.