Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems
CT Supervisor - Specialist Team - Days
Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
The Radiology Technologist Supervisor-Specialist Team provide day-to-day supervision for an assigned Radiology area (e.g. Diagnostic, Breast Imaging, Stony Point, CT/MRI, 3D lab) to include STAR Service, legal and regulatory compliance, clinical operations, human resources, safety & quality, customer service, leadership, and fiscal responsibility. This position ensures that all diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are performed by qualified and competent staff, are of the highest quality achievable and follow the radiation safety principles of ALARA, ACR Guidelines for imaging practices, and ACR Guidelines for MRI Safety, if applicable. Ensure compliance with VCU and VCUHS policies and procedures.
The Radiology Technologist Supervisor-Specialist Team job works directly with lead technologists and front line staff to solve problems and reduce barriers to success. Implement new initiatives, programs and policies. This role works collaboratively with other Radiology Supervisors, Mangers, Faculty and staff to ensure a high-level departmental safety, quality, and teamwork. This role reports to the Modality Manager and is responsible for the clinical functions and processes for assigned Radiology area. Through lead technologists and staff, the Radiology Supervisor is responsible and accountable for the daily clinical operation of the assigned sections by ensuring the highest level of operational excellence while ensuring safety, efficient, high quality and cost-effective care.
The Radiology Technologist Supervisor-Specialist Team job supervises, oversees, maintains and improves business functions and processes related to his/her areas of responsibility. This position develops staff education and competencies including educational materials, competency forms, etc. This position provides education to assigned team, students, residents, and other learners. This position's work is within the Scope of Practice of his/her specialty. The Scope of Practice by specialty is described in the Staff Technologist job description for each specialty. This position also maintains technical competency in all areas of responsibility.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) required for Diagnostic Supervisor Plus, one of the following specialty registries that is directly related to their department: ARRT in Mammography for Breast Imaging Supervisor, ARRT CT for CT Supervisor, ARRT MRI for MRI Supervisor, ARRT CV or VIR for Interventional Supervisor, ARRT CT or MRI required for 3D lab supervisor, (CI) Cardiac Interventional Radiography, (RCIS) Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, (RCES) Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:Current Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) required for Diagnostic Supervisor Plus, one of the following current specialty registries that is directly related to their department: ARRT in Mammography for Breast Imaging Supervisor, ARRT CT for CT Supervisor, ARRT MRI for MRI Supervisor, ARRT CV or VIR for Interventional Supervisor, ARRT CT or MRI required for 3D lab supervisor, (CI) Cardiac Interventional Radiography, (RCIS) Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, (RCES) Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist
Experience REQUIRED:Minimum of two (2) years of Lead Tech or equivalent Diagnostic Radiology experience.Minimum of three (3) years of technical experience
Experience PREFERRED:Experience performing in a leadership role Previous work experience in an academic medical center environment
Education/training REQUIRED:Graduation from a JRC Accredited Program in Radiologic Technology that is recognized by the ARRT
Education/training PREFERRED:Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Radiation Science, Business, or closely related field from an accredited program is strongly preferred.Master's Degree in Health Administration, Business Administration or closely related field from an accredited program is preferred.
Independent action(s) required:All day to day workflow coordination and team supervision.Advice and guidance sought from Manager on an as needed situational basis and when there is a major impact on activity of the modality.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):All team members in assigned modality report to this position; day to day workflow responsibilities may be delegated as appropriate.Supervisors are expected to cover unplanned absences for staff that may occur on any shift, as needed.
Additional position requirements: Weekend and other after-hours coverage may be required based on workload demand and teaming needs.
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances: Individuals cannot designate a specific lunch break time. Lunch breaks are assigned by supervisory team.Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, changeEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
The Radiology Technologist Supervisor-Specialist Team job works directly with lead technologists and front line staff to solve problems and reduce barriers to success. Implement new initiatives, programs and policies. This role works collaboratively with other Radiology Supervisors, Mangers, Faculty and staff to ensure a high-level departmental safety, quality, and teamwork. This role reports to the Modality Manager and is responsible for the clinical functions and processes for assigned Radiology area. Through lead technologists and staff, the Radiology Supervisor is responsible and accountable for the daily clinical operation of the assigned sections by ensuring the highest level of operational excellence while ensuring safety, efficient, high quality and cost-effective care.
The Radiology Technologist Supervisor-Specialist Team job supervises, oversees, maintains and improves business functions and processes related to his/her areas of responsibility. This position develops staff education and competencies including educational materials, competency forms, etc. This position provides education to assigned team, students, residents, and other learners. This position's work is within the Scope of Practice of his/her specialty. The Scope of Practice by specialty is described in the Staff Technologist job description for each specialty. This position also maintains technical competency in all areas of responsibility.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) required for Diagnostic Supervisor Plus, one of the following specialty registries that is directly related to their department: ARRT in Mammography for Breast Imaging Supervisor, ARRT CT for CT Supervisor, ARRT MRI for MRI Supervisor, ARRT CV or VIR for Interventional Supervisor, ARRT CT or MRI required for 3D lab supervisor, (CI) Cardiac Interventional Radiography, (RCIS) Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, (RCES) Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:Current Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) required for Diagnostic Supervisor Plus, one of the following current specialty registries that is directly related to their department: ARRT in Mammography for Breast Imaging Supervisor, ARRT CT for CT Supervisor, ARRT MRI for MRI Supervisor, ARRT CV or VIR for Interventional Supervisor, ARRT CT or MRI required for 3D lab supervisor, (CI) Cardiac Interventional Radiography, (RCIS) Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, (RCES) Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist
Experience REQUIRED:Minimum of two (2) years of Lead Tech or equivalent Diagnostic Radiology experience.Minimum of three (3) years of technical experience
Experience PREFERRED:Experience performing in a leadership role Previous work experience in an academic medical center environment
Education/training REQUIRED:Graduation from a JRC Accredited Program in Radiologic Technology that is recognized by the ARRT
Education/training PREFERRED:Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Radiation Science, Business, or closely related field from an accredited program is strongly preferred.Master's Degree in Health Administration, Business Administration or closely related field from an accredited program is preferred.
Independent action(s) required:All day to day workflow coordination and team supervision.Advice and guidance sought from Manager on an as needed situational basis and when there is a major impact on activity of the modality.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):All team members in assigned modality report to this position; day to day workflow responsibilities may be delegated as appropriate.Supervisors are expected to cover unplanned absences for staff that may occur on any shift, as needed.
Additional position requirements: Weekend and other after-hours coverage may be required based on workload demand and teaming needs.
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances: Individuals cannot designate a specific lunch break time. Lunch breaks are assigned by supervisory team.Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, changeEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.