Chief Technologist

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

Chief Technologist

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Site Manager, the Chief Technologist directs the performance of their assigned center and is responsible for the efficiency, productivity and quality performed by assigned technologists. Works in collaboration with multiple staff (Technologists, Radiologists, Nursing). The goal to optimize patient flow and influence patient and staff satisfaction.

ARRT Required

ARRT (CT) preferred

Essential Job functions

• Ensure staffing is appropriate in comparison to patient volumes and schedules
• Supervise technological staff by monitoring staff schedules.
• Coordinate activities within the department to assure maximum productivity and enhance best utilization of resources.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge and licensure through educational workshops, professional publications and societies.  Monitor site QC and ACR testing. State inspections/MQSA.
• Delegate duties to other technologists in relevant modality as appropriate
• Evaluate and monitor patient dose exposure at your center and stay up to date on MRI safety working closely with the MRSO.
• Conduct performance evaluations, coaching and counseling on department staff as required.
• Direct and support employees daily work activities and recommend the following employee actions: Hiring, corrective action and performance reviews.
• Monitor and approve time cards and mange PTO requests.
• Work with radiologist to ensure the most appropriate protocols are loaded for the best clinical outcome while being conscious of patient volume throughput.
• Organize staff meetings with technologists at your center to educate and grow the team.  In addition, conduct one-on-one meeting with staff to discuss any issues.
• Responsible for encouraging technologists to cross train in other modalities and tracking which technologists are certified in which modalities.
• Conduct environmental and safety procedures including cleaning and sterilizing the exam room and equipment. Evaluate and maintain supply levels and practice safe patient maneuvers.
• Facilitate the patient experience by greeting patients, explaining pre-and post-procedure instructions, and verifying patient’s identity.
• Perform exams using proper protocols and positioning techniques, transporting patients safely, verifying accuracy of orders and documenting patient information
• Document the patient’s exam through data entry, report retrieval, scanning and recording the exam details in the electronic medical record system.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information per HIPAA guideline
• Make tech staffing recommendations and with management guidance and approval interview and hire staff
• Assist Center Manager in any tasks that would help with operational efficiencies and achieving financial goals

General Job functions:

• Order and maintain supply inventory.
• Report system outages and coordinating repairs or service.
• Communicate with site director and Radiologists regarding outages and scheduling changes
• Performs other job duties as assigned
•  Split responsibilities between: working as a scheduled technologist and overseeing technologists at assigned center

Physical Job Requirements:

• Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements

• Associate’s Degree, required
• ARRT required. 
• Board Certified RT in good standing with ARRT required
• Leadership experience in addition to 3 years’ experience as a Radiologic Technologist, preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of full-time experience in the specialized modality and a minimum of 2 years’ experience supervising a department, required. 
• Consistently demonstrate commitment to safe practices while abiding by all OSHA and HIPAA guidelines.
• Intermediate computer skills including email and ability to comprehend and utilize Electronic Medical Record System and PACS Systems. 
• Use of contrast injectors, modality equipment and general office equipment.

Travel:

• May need to travel to satellite locations as needed
• Position will provide coverage to both Florham Park sites, as well as, Bridgewater when needed

Pay Range: $100,600.00 - $125,800.00 Annual

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

About Our Commitment

Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families.  Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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