Team Leader Radiology - Nights

Marian Center at St. Josephs Villa; Ulysses (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth Diagnostics is seeking a Team Leader Radiology for the night shift to oversee CT, Diagnostics, MRI and ultrasound services.

You will supervise technologists, prepare patients for imaging, assist radiologists, coordinate daily workload, ensure safety and adherence to ACR standards, and participate in training and process improvement within the Diagnostics department. Night hours, 36 hours per week, with collaboration across nursing and imaging teams.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program with ARRT certification and state license.
• Two years of imaging experience preferred; BLS certified; proficient EMR understanding.
• Competent computer skills and familiarity with Radiant EMR and intradepartmental processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient for imaging and assist radiologist during examinations.
• Coordinate daily workload to maximize equipment utilization and patient flow.
• Assist with orientation, training, required competencies, and inventory control; may assume managerial functions.
• Design and implement protocols and training programs for technologists; contribute to safety and quality initiatives.
• Maintain radiation safety standards and ensure compliance with regulations and standards.

Skills

EMR (Radiant) experience

Computer skills

Team coordination

Education

BLS Certification

ARRT Certification

Ohio radiologic license

Graduate of accredited radiography program

Tools

Radiant EMR

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system.
We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary:

Team leader radiology position will encompass all areas of night shift radiology including CT, Diagnostics, MRI and ultrasound.

Responsibilities And Duties:

• 50% Performs duties of Technologist as needed: Prepares patient for imaging examination; assists radiologist during examinations; starts IVs; draws up Medication/ contrast media and safely performs intravenous administrative via manual or automatic injection; arranges for patient transportation; maintains cleanliness of equipment and work area.
• 20% Coordinates daily workload with other clinical sections and departments: Adjusts patient flow by scheduling workload and staff to maximize equipment utilization; coordinates preparatory procedures with nursing units; arranges with patients and physicians for follow-up examinations; coordinates out-patient scheduling with Central Scheduling to maximize number of out-patient slots available; organizes and directs section personnel to minimize patient waiting time and maximize efficiency; implements continuous quality improvement program in compliance with American College of Radiology standards to enhance utilization of resources; monitors technical quality of patient care, defers major problems to the Manager, Performs basic and advanced Electronic Medical Record EMR functions e.g. patient arrival, complete, edit and billing.
• 15% Assists with the requirements of orientation, training, required competencies and OhioHealth University courses; instructs students and employees in training sessions; provides coaching and input into employee performance evaluations; orders supplies; establishing inventory control methods to assure operation within the budget; and monitors technical reliability and vendor repair of units. Assumes some managerial functions as needed.
• 10% Participates in OhioHealth Innovation Council and other meetings as designated. Designs and implements protocols, orientation, and training programs for technologists. Designs and implements on-the-job and self-study programs to familiarize technologists with the equipment operation, cross sectional anatomy pertaining to CT and MR, and patient care issues pertinent to imaging; Responsible for teaching/ educating students, medical students and residents in the basic methods and instrumentation of their area of competency.
• 5% Performs other miscellaneous related duties: Enforces radiation safety standards by practicing As Low As Reasonably Achievable principles. The major duties/ responsibilities and listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive of the duties, responsibilities and to be performed associates in the job. Associate is expected to perform other duties as requested by supervisor.

As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School or GED (Required)
• AART - American Association of Radiologic Technologists - American Association of Radiologic Technologists
• BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

Graduate of an accredited radiography program; current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent Certification and Ohio Department of Health radiologic license. Should have competent computer skills with good understanding of the Electronic Medical Record (Radiant) and other pertinent applications, and intradepartmental processes. Must be BLS certified. At least two years of previous Imaging Experience.

Work Shift:

Night

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

36

Department

Diagnostics

Join us!

• if your passion is to work in a caring environment
• if you believe that learning is a life-long process
• if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment