Lead X-ray/CT Technologist

Department:

36303 AMC Burlington - Radiology

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

$5,000 sign on bonus.

Monday-Friday 0645-1515, no weekends. This position will have responsibility for X-ray and CT. Must be experienced in C-arm, Fluoro, General X-ray and CT.

Holiday rotation, 1 in 7 weekend call rotation.

Major Responsibilities:

• Works as a Cat Scan staff technologist
  •     1)Takes weekend and call rotation
  •     2)Works rotated shifts when needed
  •     3)Occasionally works shifts when there are sick call-ins and PTO requests
• Coordinates technologists and supporting personnel with regard to schedules, work assignments, and quality improvement standards
  •     4)Prepares technologist work schedules and approves any requested changes according to department staffing, and/or personal needs with regard to week-ends, holidays, vacations, etc.
  •     5)Responsible for adjustments to staffing assignments in the event of unscheduled staff shortages; determines need for float pool personnel utilization, as well as the need for overtime approval; maintains contact with the Radiology Manager regarding staffing conditions and any adjustments necessary
  •     6)Assumes the duties and responsibilities of a staff technologist as needed, and/or as directed by the Manager
  •     7)Provides verification of Time and Attendance records to maintain complete and accurate employee records
  •     1)Counsels and disciplines asssociates within Cat Scan with the direct supervison of the Manager of Imaging Services
  •     2)Coordinates and oversees training of new employees according to department orientation policies; responsible for evaluation and/or verification of employee competency
  •     3)Attends monthly Department Lead Meetings, and provides input regarding department operations
• Along with CT team, coordinates patient flow through the department to ensure maximum work output with the least amount of patient waiting time
  •     1)Performs venipuncture for exams using appropriate sterile technique, universal precautions, and aseptic procedures; assists physician as necessary during contrast media reaction treatment; completes necessary Contrast Media Reaction Form in an appropriate and detailed manner according to department policy; updates any known allergy history in the HIS/RIS Computer System patient information file
  •     2)Ensures proper charging of contrast media and supplies on a daily basis
  •     3)Prepares and submits incident reports as needed to ensure continuous safety and quality patient care standards according to department and hospital policies and procedures; participates in formal and informal staff training and education regarding continuous safety and quality patient care
  •     4)Acts as initial contact person for patient, visitors, physicians and/or staff with concerns, complaints or dissatisfaction; forwards all patient comments to Manager for additional follow up; makes any immediate corrections as appropriate to satisfy customer needs and documents same for Manager's review and approval
  •     5)Helps to facilitate and hold CT associates accountable for communication between ER and Main CT scanners. To maximize patient flow through appropriate equipment utilization between ER and main CT scanners during high volume times.
  •     6)Provides liaison among technical and ancillary staff, radiologists, house physicians and their office staffs, ancillary and surgical departments, nursing units, department and hospital administrators
• With the assistance, and under the direction of the Manager of Imaging Services, develops and maintains a QA/Quality Assurance Plan
  •     1)Collects and analyzes data
  •     2)Maintains radiation safety standards
  •     3)Maintains fire safety standards; knowledge of department disaster, constantly implements universal and infectious safety standards, and attends mandatory inservices
  •     4)Recommends