Radiology Technologist Lead

Proliance Surgeons•Tacoma, WA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist Lead assists with leading, overseeing, scheduling, and coordinating the day-to-day activities of an assigned team of Radiology Technologists. The role helps ensure compliance with practice regulations, medical protocols and procedures, and OSHA/WISHA and other regulatory guidelines. The Lead also performs imaging procedures based on Care Center or Ambulatory Surgery Center needs and assists with patient care to meet identified outcomes and facility goals, under the direction of designated Clinical Leadership. The position works alongside Radiology Technologists and supports daily imaging operations, staff coverage, onboarding and training, quality assurance, equipment and supply oversight, and resolution of questions or interpersonal conflicts. The Lead reports to the facility manager at designated times and as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration.
Current Washington State Radiologic Technologist (WSRT) certification.
At least 1 year of clinical radiology experience.
Successful completion of a BCLS course within 90 days of employment, or documentation of current BCLS certification.
Superior customer service skills.
Strong leadership, training, and mentoring abilities.
Strong interpersonal skills, including patience, composure, cooperation, and the ability to work well with patients, physicians, and team members.
Advanced understanding of and adherence to safety, risk management, and precautionary procedures, including confidentiality requirements under HIPAA.
Efficient time management and meticulous attention to quality, detail, accuracy, and task completion; delegation and organizational skills.
Ability to establish and manage multiple priorities, coordinate work activities, and exercise initiative.
Creativity and resourcefulness in addressing problems and opportunities, with persistence in seeing solutions through.
Willingness and ability to work varied hours, step in as a working leader as needed, and maintain dependable attendance.
Ability to remain objective and separate oneself personally from situations.
A learning attitude toward problem-solving, with sound reasoning and judgment.
Ability to adapt to change, delays, and unexpected events while maintaining a positive mindset.
Ability to provide feedback to improve performance.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently and collaboratively while following guidelines and procedures, measuring oneself against standards of excellence, overcoming challenges, and involving others when needed.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree.
Lead or supervisor experience.

Responsibilities

Work alongside Radiology Technologists and demonstrate mastered knowledge of their daily workflow.
Collaborate with medical providers to supervise daily imaging activities.
Schedule Radiology Technologist associates to ensure patient-care coverage, effective services, and time efficiency.
Fulfill assigned environmental responsibilities, which may include setting up instruments for imaging procedures and cleaning rooms, instruments, and equipment in accordance with OSHA/WISHA guidelines.
Assist with onboarding and training new Radiology Technologist associates on their duties, philosophy of care, patient flow, and imaging competencies.
Encourage associates and recognize excellent performance.
Ensure assigned daily and weekly duties are completed, including responding to patient messages and imaging treatment progress.
Oversee quality assurance activities and compliance with operational standards.
Ensure proper care and maintenance of equipment and supplies, and supervise supply inventory, including periodically reviewing exam rooms to ensure they are appropriately stocked.
Serve as a resource for management and other leaders by handling questions and interpersonal conflict resolution positively and objectively.
Report to the facility manager at designated times and as needed to review complications, questions, and concerns.
Maintain strict confidentiality of all records.
Perform imaging procedures and assist with patient care according to the position's scope of practice and facility needs.
Fulfill other organizational responsibilities as assigned.