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VillageMD

Delivers local primary care via platform

Lead Computed Tomography Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsUpdated on Nov 13
Full-timeWestfield, NJ, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A diploma from a vocational or technical school is required.
  • One to two years of technical experience and prior radiology technologist experience are required.
  • Experience with imaging and patient care equipment is required.
  • One of ARRT or ARMRT certification is required.
  • Basic Life Support certification is required.
  • A New Jersey Bureau of Radiological Health license is required.
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English is required, along with basic math skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.
  • Ability to perform diverse work assignments within time limitations with a high degree of accuracy is required.
  • Ability to use problem-solving, critical-thinking, and priority-setting skills is required.
  • Physical mobility, physical agility, hand and finger dexterity, and endurance for prolonged standing, bending, walking, and continuous typing are required.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain appropriate staffing levels and schedules at assigned sites using W2W, coordinating with the chief technologist to approve paid time off.
  • Direct the daily operations of radiology functions in the designated modality and location.
  • Provide leadership, training, and support for the department.
  • Serve as a consultant to staff and assist in interpreting policies and procedures.
  • Manage technical staff to provide adequate department coverage within the approved monthly budget for each modality.
  • Maintain equipment service records and arrange equipment service and preventive maintenance alongside quality assurance and quality control technologists.
  • Assist the radiology supervisor or chief technologist in evaluating technical staff annually.
  • Manage delivery of care and patient safety; obtain and document patient history and pertinent information and assess potential patient risk factors.
  • Ensure correct patient identification and demographics in PACS, clarify and follow physician orders, and scan required information into PACS.
  • Complete work within an acceptable timeframe and produce quality diagnostic images for interpretation, including appropriate positioning and technique.
  • Maintain exam-room cleanliness and follow infection-control standards specific to patient care; maintain order and cleanliness in the technical work area.
  • Prioritize and organize work assignments and adjust priorities as situations change.
  • Consult and communicate with other departments professionally.
  • Plan care delivery according to patient activity and staff competencies.
  • Know the location of emergency equipment and medications to assist with contrast reactions and other emergencies.
  • Prepare patients for procedures by providing instructions to obtain desired results, encourage cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
  • Operate systems and imaging equipment properly, safely, and efficiently, and follow radiation-safety procedures for self and others.
  • Replenish, order, and change supplies in the assigned area as needed.
  • Conduct routine quality-control checks, ensure equipment is in acceptable condition, and report malfunctions or problems according to department standards.
  • Assist radiologists in performing procedures and prepare and assist with administration of intravenous and oral contrast materials as applicable to the modality.
  • Cancel and reschedule patient appointments as needed and verify exams in PACS.
  • Maintain general technologist job functions and perform additional responsibilities as assigned to meet organizational needs.
  • Float to other imaging sites as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • An associate degree is preferred.
  • Two to four years of technical experience is preferred.
  • Experience with standard office equipment, including phone, fax, copy machine, scanner, and email or voicemail, is preferred.
  • Experience with standard office technology in a Windows-based environment is preferred.

About the Company

VillageMD

Delivers local primary care via platform

Preparing a concise company summary for VillageMD.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Late Stage VC
Total funding
$491M
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
2013

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