Lead Radiologic Technologist

Summit Health Management; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health Management is seeking a Lead X-Ray Technologist for the Imaging Department. The role focuses on directing daily radiology operations, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality diagnostic imaging across modalities.

The position requires a vocational/technical diploma or associate degree, 1–4 years of radiology tech experience, and ARRT/ARDMS/ARMRT certification along with BLS and NJ licensure. Weekend coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Diploma from a vocational/technical school.
• Associates degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of tech experience required.
• 2-4 years preferred.
• One of ARRT, ARDMS, ARMRT certificates required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• NJ Bureau of Radiological Health license required.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Directs the daily operations of radiology functions, in designated modality/location.
• Provides leadership, training and support for the department.
• Maintains equipment service records, arrange for equipment service and PMs alongside QA/QC techs.
• Assists Radiologist in performing procedures.
• Oversees patient safety and accuracy of patient demographics in PACS.
• Plans for delivery of care according to patient activity and staff competencies.
• Travel: Flexibility to float to other Imaging sites as needed.

Education

Diploma from vocational/technical school

Associates degree preferred

1-2 years tech experience required

2-4 years preferred

One of ARRT ARDMS ARMRT certificates required

Basic Life Support (BLS) required

NJ Bureau of Radiological Health license required

English communication skills

Tools

Imaging equipment

Job description

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 VillageMD, 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

Position: Lead X-Ray Technologist
Department: Imaging
Status: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6am - 2:30pm
*With coverage on weekends as needed

Position Summary

The Lead Xray Technologist provides comprehensive care to patients requiring imaging services, in an organized and systematic manner, according to departmental policy and standards. Performs all procedures in their respective modalities, and QA.

Essential Job functions

• Responsible for maintaining appropriate staffing levels and schedules at your respective sites on W2W, coordinating with the chief tech directly to approve PTO.
• Directs the daily operations of radiology functions, in designated modality/location.
• Provides leadership, training and support for the department.
• Serves as Consistently Exceeds Expectations and consultant to staff; assists in interpreting policies and procedures for staff.
• Manages technical staff to provide adequate department coverage to fall within approved monthly budget per modality.
• Maintains equipment service records, arrange for equipment service and PMs alongside QA/QC techs.
• Assists Supervisor/Chief tech Radiology to evaluate technical staff annually.
• Assuming accountability for managing delivery of care and patient safety.
• Obtains and documents patient history and pertinent information.
• Assess patients for potential risk factors.
• Ensures proper identification of patient and demographics in PACS.
• Clarifies / follows Doctor’s orders and scans needed information in PACS.
• Completes work within an acceptable time frame.
• Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation, such as positioning and technique.
• Maintains cleanliness of exam rooms.
• Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
• Prioritizes and organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities based on changing situations.
• Maintain order and cleanliness in technological work area.
• Consults and communications with other departments in a professional manner.
• Demonstrates understanding of safety, health and moral needs of customers and co-workers.
• Plans for delivery of care according to patient activity and staff competencies.
• Familiar with location of emergency equipment and medications to assist in treatment of contrast reactions and other emergencies.
• Prepares patients for procedures providing instructions to obtain desired results, cooperation and to minimize anxiety.
• Operates system and imaging equipment properly, safely and in an efficient manner.
• Demonstrates awareness of Radiation Safety procedures for self and others.
• Replenishes/Orders and changes supplies in assigned area as needed.
• Ensures equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting routine quality control checks.
• Follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems.
• Assists Radiologist in performing procedures.
• prepares and assists in the administration of contrast materials. (IV and oral for respective modalities).
• Cancel and reschedule patient appointments as needed.
• Verifies exams in the PACS system.
• Oversee the performance and training of students onsite as the CI for their location.
• Additional responsibilities can be assigned as seen fit for the needs of the organization.

General Job functions

• Demonstrates understanding and awareness of safety and radiation protection.
• Maintains general tech job function.

Physical Job Requirements

Physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account.

Physical agility, which includes the ability to maneuver the body while in place.

Dexterity of hands and fingers.

Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking).

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements

• Diploma from a vocational/technical school required.
• Associates degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of tech experience required.
• 2-4 years preferred.
• Prior radiology technologist required.
• Must have experience with imaging and patient care equipment.
• One of ARRT, ARDMS, ARMRT certificate required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• License NJ Bureau of Radiological Health required.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required, along with basic math skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to perform diverse work assignments with time limitations with a high degree of accuracy required.
• Ability to use problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills required.
• Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
• Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.

Travel: Flexibility to float to other Imaging Sites as needed.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $37.69 - $47.12 Hourly

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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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 Med, 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. The work we do is changing the lives of our patients, our communities, and each other. Join us as we deliver the care we want to see in the world. Together, we can create better outcomes for all.