Lead Radiology Technologist (Inpatient)-Full Time Evening

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Performs technical quality review of images obtained in Diagnostic Radiology, ensuring images are high quality, provide adequate diagnostic information, and are correct, according to the established protocol.
• Verifies that images are accurately labeled and that patient information is being managed during digital acquisition, transmission, and storage.
• Ensures that all information, including order requisition, clinical history, and any previous relevant comparison films and reports, are present with current images for interpretation by the Radiologist.
• Coordinates workflow within Radiology to facilitate the acquisition of images and reporting of results using the tracking monitors.
• Reports Emergency Department delays to leadership.
• Assumes leadership responsibility for patient flow of Radiology Department after normal business hours.
• Acts as an onsite radiology resource in the absence of a Supervisor, Manager, or Director. Notifies Administrator on Call for assistance as needed.
• Collaborates with Information Systems (IS) to ensure efficient operation of Radiology systems and software.
• Assist other Radiology modalities with IS issues/problems and acts as a resource for other modalities/departments throughout the organization.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement with image quality and workflow and works with leadership to coordinate the necessary improvement activities.
• Performs radiographic examinations and acts as a resource to the department.
• Coordinates the implementation of appropriate downtime procedures for Radiology, in collaboration with Radiology leadership and Information Systems analyst.
• Resolves Picture Archive and Communication System (PACS) exceptions and manages the audit list. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• ARRT registered in Radiologic Technology required.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Experience with healthcare information systems and Epic preferred.

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) standing, walking, sitting; occasional (0-33% of workday) bending and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull up to 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination

Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

For MRI Associates: Must complete MRI Associate screening and be approved to work in the MRI environment (Zones 3 & 4) at all times.

"It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates."