Lead Rad Tech, Days

Piedmont Healthcare; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital is seeking a Lead Radiological Technologist to oversee MRI operations and related imaging modalities. The role emphasizes hands-on patient care (70%) and leadership duties (30%), ensuring high-quality imaging and compliance with accreditation standards in a fast-paced health system.

The ideal candidate will have an AMA/JRCERT approved education, 3 years of experience, and current ARRT/ARDMS registration with BCLS, contributing to 24/7 coverage planning with department

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved Radiologic Technology program or JRCERT accredited hospital-based training program.
• 3 years technical experience required.
• Experience in leadership of personnel required.
• BCLS required.
• ARDMS or ARRT radiographer registration required.

Responsibilities

• Performs and supervises modality daily operations with 70% patient care and 30% supervision.
• Promotes imaging services by staying current with technology and equipment changes.
• Ensures accreditation standards are maintained and collaborates with department managers to provide 24/7 coverage.

Skills

Leadership

MRI operation

Patient care

Education

AMA/JRCERT Radiologic Tech program

Job description

Overview:

The schedule for this position is Monday - Thursday, 7:30 am - 6 pm.

Responsibilities:

Performs and supervises modality daily operations and provides leadership relative to the assigned area. This position requires 70 percent patient care and 30 percent supervisory functions. Promotes and advocates imaging services by remaining abreast of the latest changes in technology and equipment. The Lead Radiological Technologist ensures accreditations standards are maintained as well as performs a variety of tasks involving the operation of MRI equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate. Works closely with department Managers to ensure that the department is adequately staffed for 24/7 coverage.

Qualifications:

Education

• Graduate of Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology program or JRCERT accredited hospital-based training program. Required

Work Experience

• 3 years technical experience Required and
• Experience in leadership of personnel Required

Licenses and Certifications

• (R) ARDMS or ARRT - Radiographer Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with certification in radiography Upon Hire Required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Augusta Hospital