Radiology Clinical Coordinator - Methodist

Thomas-Jefferson-University-; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc. seeks a Radiology Technologist to operate diagnostic imaging equipment, monitor patient status, and deliver high-quality images for radiologists.

The role includes maintaining patient records, ensuring safety compliance, and mentoring staff across rotating day shifts at Jefferson facilities. The incumbent will collaborate with the Radiology Manager, support departmental workflows, and help optimize patient throughput while upholding quality standards

Qualifications

• Proficient in radiography tools and applications.
• Ability to operate imaging equipment for diagnostic/therapeutic purposes.
• Knowledge of radiology safety regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operates imaging equipment for diagnostic/therapeutic procedures.
• Monitors patient condition and alerts physician of complications.
• Provides radiologists with high-quality images for diagnosis.
• Maintains imaging reports and patient data records.
• Precepts and mentors new staff; supports departmental operations.

Skills

Radiography

Imaging equipment operation

Image quality review

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Staff coaching

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Associate’s Degree

Tools

PACS

Imaging modalities

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition1Job Details*This role is (4) 10 hour shifts, days tbd*Reporting to the Radiology Manager, this position will maintain ~60% clinical duties, with the remainder of time spent in coordinating departmental operations and providing guidance to staff.Essential Functions:• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.• Operates imaging equipment for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes.• Monitors patient condition during imaging procedures, alerting the physician of any complications.• Provides radiologists with high-quality images to aid in diagnosis.• Complies with all imaging safety regulations.• Properly positions patients and imaging equipment prior to procedures. Administers oral or injected contract prior to procedures when necessary.• Creates and maintains reports regarding patient data and radiologic treatment records• Responsible for maintaining high quality imaging procedures produced by staff technologists.• Conducts on-going reviews to ensure quality of work, including conducting reviews for Quality Assurance reports.• Responsible for precepting new staff, developing staff and facilities to meet new and existing needs• Organizes and coordinates services provided, oversees operations in accordance with hospital’s policies and procedures• Monitors and controls patient flow to optimize unit productivity.• Assures that departmental policy and procedure standards are implemented in all aspects of operation.• Assists with departmental staffing schedules in order to ensure appropriate turnaround times are consistently maintainedJob DescriptionQualifications:Education - Required· High School Diploma/GEDEducation - Preferred· Bachelor’s Degree· Associate’s DegreeExperience - Required· 5 years of related experience.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Required· Knowledge of radiography tools, techniques and applications, ability to utilize imaging technology on patients for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.· Knowledge of radiographic equipment and processes, ability to use this knowledge to review and evaluate images generated in order to ensure their adequate quality for diagnostic activities.· Knowledge of the equipment used in clinical diagnosis, treatment and monitoring, ability to select, procure, maintain, and quality check and dispose of medical equipment in compliance with related policies.· Knowledge of coaching concepts and methods, ability to encourage, motivate, and guide individuals or teams in learning and improving effectiveness.· Knowledge of radiation safety regulations, principles, techniques and nuclear materials handling, ability to apply this knowledge to resolve safety issues.· Knowledge of radiology and applicable laws and regulations governing proper materials storage, handling and disposal as well as radiology-related conduct, ability to demonstrate ethical behavior in diverse situations.· Understanding of the necessity and value of teamwork, ability to work effectively as part of a team.· Knowledge of and ability to apply appropriate policies, procedures and management methods to maximize operating room efficiency and productivity.Licenses and Certifications - Required· BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association and· BS - Breast Sonography ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or· RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or· CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medical Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board orAdditional Qualifications· May require travel between Jefferson sites.· Obtain IV certification as necessary and administer contrast agent as required.· Advanced certifications modality specific preferred, ex: MRSO, RVT, PET, CTWork ShiftRotating (United States of America)Worker Sub TypeRegularEmployee EntityThomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc.Primary Location Address2301 South Broad Street,, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaNationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.BenefitsJefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.