Radiologic Technologist Clinical Coordinator
Employment Type: Full
Minimum Experience: Mid-level
Compensation: $35.00- $39.00 (DOE)
Reports to: RT Program Director
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
National Polytechnic College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Radiologic Technologist Clinical Coordinator to join our School of Medical Imaging. This mid-level position is responsible for delivering both clinical and didactic instruction, evaluating student performance, and ensuring compliance with state and national standards. The ideal candidate will play a key role in preparing students for successful externship experiences and professional certification.
Qualifications
- Education: Must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
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Certification: Must hold and maintain current certifications from the California Department of Public Health – Radiologic Health Branch (CDPH-RHB):
- Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)
- Fluoroscopy Permit
- CPR/BLS: Current Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
- Registration: Must have an active Radiography registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of full radiography experience in a hospital or outpatient imaging clinic.
Additional Qualifications
- Advanced certifications in post-primary modalities such as CT or Mammography.
- Additional modality experience in MRI or Nuclear Medicine is a plus.
- Experience in curriculum development, instructional technology, student advising, and academic evaluation.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal staff and external clinical partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver hands-on lab instruction on campus and remote lectures as needed.
- Monitor and report equipment needs and repairs to the Program Director.
- Ensure RT students meet all requirements for clinical rotations and provide remedial support when necessary.
- Coordinate distribution and tracking of dosimetry badges and quarterly radiation reports.
- Manage and distribute student safety documentation and assist in distributing x-ray lab markers.
- Supervise students at clinical sites, ensuring compliance with ARRT competencies and state regulations.
- Collaborate with Career Services department to align clinical rotations with ARRT skill requirements.
- Identify and secure new clinical externship sites; maintain organized clinical sites databases.
- Assist the RT Program director with Sites Approval Applications and corresponding documentation.
- Conduct site visits and maintain strong relationships with clinical partners (local travel required; mileage/gas/parking reimbursed).
- Communicate regularly with clinical preceptors regarding student performance and concerns.
- Utilize clinical competency tracking systems to monitor student progress.
- Support public relations efforts to promote the college and expand clinical partnerships.
- Adhere to institutional policies and participate in faculty meetings and professional development activities.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Work Location: In person/Hybrid