Radiology Tech Lead - Ortho

Description

The role of the Radiology Technologist is to provide outstanding support to physicians and healthcare providers while providing exceptional care to patients and customers within the clinical scope a Radiologic Technologist. The Lead Radiology Technologist is responsible for overseeing six busy orthopedic clinics radiology services and seasonal oversight of Solitude clinic.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs high quality radiographic images for orthopedic surgery service line under a variety of conditions for patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric demographics
• Adhere to ALARA standards and ensure patient safety and radiation protection
• Create protocol lists for each practice
• Ensure competency of radiologic technologists
• Lead Technologist will assist in hiring and disciplinary action under the direction of the clinic leadership
• Incumbent will create and manage education materials and on boarding for employees
• Under the direction of the clinic managers, oversee scheduling and staffing for all locations
• The incumbent will ensure radiologic equipment is functional and manage PM’s and other scheduled maintenance
• Keeps patients informed of wait times and manages visit expectations
• Administers casting and bracing as required by the healthcare provider
• Communicates patient concerns and needs to the healthcare provider
• Responsible for management of medical supplies and durable medical equipment, annual supply inventory and asset management, training and education
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• This position requires verifiable successful completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
• Current Utah State Radiologic Technology license is required
• Demonstrated computer skills with data entry software
• Must be able to flex schedule in accordance with patient and provider schedules

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five or more years of Radiology Technologist experience
• Two or more years’ experience in orthopedic radiology
• Leadership experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Work up to a 12 hour shift
• Sit up to 6-8 hours a day
• Stand and walk up to 4-6 hours a day
• Speak and listen to internal and external customers
• Bend to reach supplies/materials, reach with hands and arms throughout the day
• Lifting, pushing, pulling
• Grasp and manipulate tools
• Key information into a computer workstation, use computer peripheral tools

Please Note

• All positions subject to close without notice
• Must be willing to float to other locations