X-ray Supervisor

Patient First; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 113,184,000 - 126,078,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer

Paid Annual Leave

Job summary

Patient First in Virginia is seeking an X-ray Supervisor to lead the department, ensure high quality imaging, and coordinate with physicians and staff.

The role requires ARRT certification or graduation from approved Limited Radiologic Technologist program, state license if required, and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• ARRT registered or approved radiologic technologist program completion.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Excellent communication with physicians, staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Supervise X-ray technicians to ensure quality work.
• Administer the department and assist as X-ray tech when needed.
• Ensure staff qualifications meet state specifications and maintain QA records.
• Maintain safety procedures to minimize radiation exposure.

Skills

X-ray supervision

Quality control

PACS communication

Patient care

Team leadership

Safety procedures

Education

ARRT registered or approved Limited Radiologic Technologist program

State license if required

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PACS

DR imaging

Medical Records System

Job description

The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervising all X-ray Techs to ensure all responsibilities are completed and quality work is performed;
• Functioning as an administrator and working as an X-ray Tech as directed;
• Ensuring that X-ray Techs are qualified under state specifications; ensuring X-ray Techs deliver quality technical performance;
• Ensuring appropriate x-rays are ordered and communicating with the PACS Administrator as needed;
• Understanding how to process images using DR and archiving images through PACS;
• Addressing Physician requests with respect and in a timely manner;
• Assisting with treatment area duties, including triage and patient care, while providing exceptional customer service;
• Maintaining the X-ray Conversation Book, checklists (X-ray, CPR, Center Appearance and Cleaning), Quality Control, Radiation Monitoring Records, and State QA Book;
• Understanding and using the Daily Log, X-Ray Listing, Medical Records Needing Review, and X-Ray Status Listing;
• Acting as a Patient First representative for the DMS or Medical Director in their absence to ensure smooth operation of the center;
• Implementing safety procedures for patients, self, and staff to avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation, as well as addressing radiation badge safety;
• Maintaining quality assurance for all X-ray Techs in the X-ray Department and keeping records of all outside studies ordered by Patient First;
• Obtaining quality x-rays using correct positioning, markers, and technical factors;
• Maintaining integrity of all equipment and supplies in the X-ray Department;
• Submitting monthly x-ray staffing schedules and performance evaluations for the X-ray Department;
• Conducting interviews and training new staff;
• Ensuring that all required documents are read and understood by X-ray Techs;
• Cleaning work area, performing biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and completing other maintenance assignments as directed;
• Adhering to established Patient First policies and procedures;
• Ensuring the safety of patients when using wheelchairs, stools, and other equipment;
• Understanding and using the medical record system, including registration, processing of the patient, and medical records and hardware or software problems;
• Attending staff meetings as directed;
• Being available as needed, as breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time for patient care and to maintain center operations;
• Operating, using, and maintaining medical and office equipment as trained;
• Fostering teamwork in a positive and professional atmosphere;
• Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions;
• Willing to work at any center due to a staffing issue, center emergency, or a reduction of work;
• Completing other duties as directed.

Minimum education requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Must be 18 years of age or older;
• High school graduate or equivalent;
• Registered member of American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) required or graduate of approved Limited Radiologic Technologist program;
• Licensed, if required in the state of employment;
• Ability to hear pages, bells, and phone system;
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for up to 7 hours at a time;
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds;
• Adequate verbal, written, and typed communication skills required;
• Ability to prioritize and multitask;
• Must provide the highest quality medical care and professionalism.

Salary Range: $39.50 - $44.00, depending on experience.

Benefits and Other Compensation:

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Disability, Life and Long Term care insurance
• Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending accounts, 401(k) Retirement Plan (with employer match)
• Paid Annual Leave, Volunteer Time Off Pay, Bereavement Leave, Emergency Leave Bank
• Overtime Pay, Holiday Pay, Double time compensation for all holidays worked
• Discounted medical treatment at any Patient First location for employees and immediate family

Bonuses include:

• Recruitment bonus
• Patient Care Performance bonus (center employees only)
• Weekend bonus (center employees only)