Lead Radiology Technologist

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Coordinates workflows within the department to maintain efficient patient throughput, high patient satisfaction, quality and accuracy of service and a high level of safety.
2. Participates in documentation and evaluation of clinical performance of student radiographers.
3. Assists in the implementation and training of associates.
4. Monitors and documents compliance with policies, procedures, communications and standards as directed by department manager.
5. Communicates issues to department management in a professional discreet manner.
6. Supports management decisions and communicates positively to associates.
7. Troubleshoot and act as a technical liaison to service.
8. Perform Daily QA procedures on all equipment.
9. Completes appropriate documentation for every procedure when appropriate wither on paper or in the computer system.
10. Employs appropriate safety techniques for all patients and associates.
11. Utilize all communication devices as necessary to perform appropriate patient care.
12. Perform IV insertion/blood draw.
13. Perform all diagnostic x-ray procedures ordered by the physician/care provider and in accordance with the radiologist protocols.
14. Assist the radiologist with diagnostic and interventional x-ray procedures.
15. Administer IV/Oral/Rectal contrast for imaging procedures per radiologist protocol and ordering physician/care provider order.
16. Utilize PACS to ensure exams are completed and available for the radiologist to read and for the referring physician/care provider to review.
17. Prepares monthly staff work schedule to assure coverage within established guidelines.
18. Assist with finding coverage for call offs.
19. Assist in evaluations of new equipment purchases.
20. Works with manager to monitor and maintain productivity levels.

For facilities with specialty accreditation requirements:

1. Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards.  Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling are necessary body movements utilized in performing duties throughout the work shift.
2. Must be able to lift, move and position patients of all weights, with varying amounts of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis.
3. Must be able to perform heavy work; exerting in excess in 100lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. or force frequently, and/or up to 20lbs of force constantly to move objects.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Exposure to body fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, explosive gases, cleaning agents, disinfectants, toxic gases, fumes, and odors.
2. Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.
3. Exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Must have the ability to perform concentrated and complex mental activity with frequent involvement in complex and highly technical situations.
2. Must have the ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions and must be capable of adapting to varying workloads and work assignments on a constant basis.
3. Must have the ability to make sound, independent judgments based on scientific principles, and also be able to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members in an appropriate fashion.
4. Must have excellent communication skills.