Lead Radiologic Technologist

10100 Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s National Hospital in Fairfax, VA is seeking a Lead Radiologic Technologist to perform high-quality Diagnostic Imaging exams while delivering compassionate patient care.

The role requires mastery of radiographic positioning, exposure selection, QA, and close partnership with the Modality Section Head to uphold imaging standards and patient safety. ARRT certification and CPR are required, with strong teamwork and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Licensed radiologic technologist with ARRT certification.
• CPR certification and ability to work in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality radiographs and protect patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality Diagnostic Imaging exams with accuracy.
• Set exposure factors and ensure proper shielding and safety.
• Maintain clean exam rooms and equipment; assist in QA activities.
• Coordinate patient flow and support site coverage as needed.
• Train technologists and protocol adherence in collaboration with leadership.

Skills

Radiography

Positioning & Technique

Quality imaging

Patient care

Communication

Education

ARRT certification

CPR certification

Tools

RIS system

Imaging equipment knowledge

Job description

3023 Hamaker Court Suite 300 Fairfax, VA 22031 Kids Are Our Everything.

Department 10182 Radiology Pay Range $38.66 - $76.68

The Lead Radiologic Technologist will perform high quality Diagnostic Imaging exams while providing excellent patient care.

Functional Accountabilities

• Radiographic Positioning & Technique: Produce high quality radiographs by using proper positioning and immobilization techniques.
• Set appropriate exposure factors to produce high quality films.
• Use good judgment regarding film quality; determines when repeats are required.
• Perform all exams in a timely and efficient manner.
• Assist Modality Section Head to maintain excellent imaging and quality within the Modality.
• Assure permanent film identification by using lead markers; identify each radiograph/image with proper and permanent patient data.
• Follow correct procedures regarding warm‑up, use and shut‑down of equipment.
• Check paperwork, film jackets and patient charges for accuracy prior to submission and complete RIS assignments immediately following exam.
• Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and equipment.
• Assume Quality Assurance responsibilities to assist technologists and radiologists in determining acceptability of images; train and orient technologists on new protocols and procedures as needed.
• Work in conjunction with Modality Section Head to establish and implement consistent imaging protocols; monitor imaging quality of technologists (in partnership with the Modality Section Head) and report outcomes to Supervisor.

Patient Care

• Greet patients respectfully, introduce self to patient and treat all patients/families in a kind, courteous and professional manner; explain exam to patients/parents; communicate with patient throughout the exam and release patient/parent with appropriate follow‑up info.
• Assure room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam.
• Provide daily room/area assignments to technologists.
• Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment times and accommodate stat or add‑on requests.
• Cooperative and willing to assist when asked to travel to a CH‑affiliated site.
• Coordinate daily workflow to ensure all patients are serviced in a timely and quality‑oriented fashion; prioritize daily patient flow and ensure timely throughput of patients; coordinate lunch schedules for staff and associated coverage.

Clinical Safety

• Adhere to all OSHA regulations.
• Inquire about menstrual status and possibility of pregnancy for female adolescents and teens.
• Shield patients whenever possible.
• Practice personal radiation safety.
• Immediately report equipment malfunctions to manager in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot equipment and computer issues in conjunction with Radiology Manager and IT staff.

Professional Development

• Maintain A.R.R.T . certification.
• Biennially update CPR certification.
• Complete mandatory annual reviews.
• Attend seminars and in‑services.
• Provide leadership to the Modality with regard to patient care and customer service.

Salary and Benefits

The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum rates within which Children’s National believes an individual’s base pay rate will fall for this position. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the maximum of the pay range. The exact pay rate for this position will be based on a variety of factors in alignment with the Children’s National compensation philosophy. These factors are legitimate and non‑discriminatory including, but not limited to, the current market conditions; organizational needs; the individual’s combination of prior work experience, level of education, knowledge, skills, and other qualifications.

Children’s National is committed to providing a fair and competitive total rewards package to each of our employees. This base salary range does not include our comprehensive benefits package or any additional compensation for which this position may be eligible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

Drug‑Free Workplace

Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a drug‑free work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug‑free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.