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Mount Sinai Health System

Radiology Supervisor-QHC

Mount Sinai Health System, Jamaica, New York, United States, 11406

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Job Description

Under general supervision of Radiology Administrator, supervises daily operations of CT scan and/or special procedures sections and assists in supervision of main diagnostic radiology service in the provision of all routine and advanced radiologic and fluoroscopic examinations in accordance with established policies and procedures. Develops operational, administrative and quality assurance/CQI procedures and standards; schedules technologist workflow. Reviews and updates all policy and procedure manuals in accordance with regulatory standards; performs quality assurance checks; conducts staff inservice training. May perform computerized tomography/special procedures testing as required. Ensures proper operation of area equipment; maintains contacts with external vendors/technologists to ensure continuous operation of area equipment. Provides instruction to medical students and residents. Supervises provision of or provides care to patients of all ages in the form of diagnostic testing.

Qualifications

-Job requires a minimum level of knowledge ordinarily acquired through completion of an Associates Degree or equivalent NYS-accredited training program in radiological technology. Special training required to conduct/supervise certain areas such as mammography, special procedures, computerized tomography.

-Candidates should possess two to three years of progressively more responsible experience as radiology lead technologist or junior supervisor as minimum criterion in order to gain seasoned familiarity with radiological testing. Must be knowledgeable about most major models of radiological diagnostic equipment. Good analytical skills necessary in order to solve problems of moderate complexity, requiring specialized knowledge, but where supervisors are available for consultation. Standard methods, guidelines and procedures govern work performed, although incumbent may develop day-to-day procedures.

-Licensure by New York State Department of Health as a Radiologic Technologist is mandatory.

-ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technology) or like organization certification in CT Scan is preferred.

-Basic computer skills including MS Word is required.

-Interpersonal skills required for effective job performance: good written and and verbal communication skills mandatory; incumbent required to maintain state-of-the-art knowledge of field. Must interact effectively with various levels of hospital staff/external agencies; must effectively supervise staff.

Responsibilities

Under supervision of Radiology Administrator, supervises daily operations of CT scan and/or special procedures sections and assists in supervising main diagnostic radiology service in provision of all types of radiologic and fluoroscopic diagnostic examinations in order to aid the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Develcps operational procedures and quality assurance/ CQI standards; monitors compliance with protocols by technical staff. Schedules examination workflow from patient areas. Supervises or performs calibration and maintenance of CT, special procedures or diagnostic radiology equipment during daily operations. Supervises maintenance of supplies including drugs, routine equipment and office supplies. Participates in planning and acquisition of major or specialized equipment purchases. Assists in coordination of regulatory audits by private or governmental agencies.

Under supervision, performs quality assurance function both for diagnostic testing and proper operation of area equipment in accordance with established clinical protocols. Performs quality assurance/CQI testing on equipment in accordance with quality assurance monitors (e.g., monthly reject analysis); maintains quality of film processing equipment. Supervises, coordinates or implements equipment repairs and preventive maintenance, in compliance with regulatory guidelines and manufacturers, recommended standards. Contacts external technologists or experts for maintenance or repair of equipment. Reviews/updates procedural manuals in accordance with departmental protocols.

Supervises Lead X-Ray Technologists, CT/Special Procedures Technologists and X-Ray Technologists and area staff: assigns work; checks work product for accuracy and quality; provides input on work performance. Participates in decisions on hiring, termination or discipline of staff technologists. May investigate/resolve complaints regarding patient care.

Performs computerized tomography or special procedures diagnostic testing as required. operates and adjusts equipment, observing safety guidelines. Responds to patients, needs during testing. Performs calculations and records and codes all applicable examination results, completing all relevant documentation. Ensures sterilization of reusable equipment.

Teaches new techniques and orients staff to operation of new equipment via in-service training sessions. Provides teaching and training, as required, to physicians, students, medical residents and other clinical staff. Provides orientation to new staff technologists. Participates in continuing education in order to maintain current knowledge of diagnostic examination techniques. Attends and participates in clinical conferences.

Performs related duties as assigned or required professionally, provides support, schedules examinations, maintains examination files/statistics.

About Us

Strength through Unity and Inclusion

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.

At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.

About the Mount Sinai Health System:

Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children's Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.

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The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.

Compensation Statement

Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides a salary range to comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $71713 - $120000 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.