South Jersey Radiology Associates
Lead Technologist (X-Ray or Mammography) Outpatient
South Jersey Radiology Associates, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, United States,
Lead Technologist (X-Ray or Mammography) Outpatient
Cherry Hill, NJ, USA • Voorhees Township, NJ 08043, USAJob Description
Posted Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 4:00 AMUS Radiology
is one of the largest and most progressive radiology groups in the country. Our mission is to make the best of radiology better to improve lives. With over 3,100 team members and 145 outpatient imaging centers across 14 states, our team conducts nearly 6 million studies annually. US Radiology is a partnership of leading sub-specialized radiology groups, high-quality imaging centers and health systems built around a commitment to best-in-class clinical excellence, operations, infrastructure, and state-of-the-art technology.This position will rotate between Cherry Hill, NJ and Voorhees Rt. 73, NJ. External candidates should be registered in X-Ray or Mammography.The Lead Technologist will be responsible for assisting the Center Manager with the overall leadership and direction of the clinical departments, while ensuring high image quality and successful completion of exams. Along with staffing and quality and performance improvement efforts, the Lead Technologist will serve as an internal imaging expert for the center and create a positive patient and customer experience by representing the US Radiology Way.Operates scanning equipment safely and competently, while obtaining quality images.Demonstrates competence in following established scanning protocols and exercises ability to adjust protocols as required.Complies with center safety guidelines for patient and self, utilizes protective equipment when appropriate.Ensures patient safety by screening for contraindications such as, but not limited to, cardiac pacemakers, sheet metal fragments, shrapnel, jewelry, wallet, metal prosthesis, etc.Demonstrates the ability to perform all necessary computer operations (i.e., Fuji and PACS).Ensures proper charges are entered and referring physician’s orders are verified.Renders patient care in a professional and courteous manner.Prepares examination rooms for radiology procedures.Monitors inventory of supplies during room rotation and maintains room cleanliness and neat appearance.Reviews each exam for technical accuracy (i.e., technical quality, anatomical positioning, annotation, etc.) and completes verification process in PACS.Performs regular audit of center activities for quality standard compliance; collaborates with Imaging Lead on implementation of solutions for imaging and quality challenges.Provides in-center support for accreditation activities.Provides input and support for new initiatives and process implementation.Acts as on-site leadership in absence of center manager, helping to manage center activities.Team Supervision (25%)Manages the training and onboarding of new technologists.Assists in the recruiting, interviewing and hiring process.Monitors and approves timecards.Participates in technologist performance evaluations and on-going development of technologists including performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions when necessary.Allocates specific job responsibilities/specialty tasks and defines priorities.Acts as primary point of escalation for clinical challenges and escalates particularly complex issues to Imaging Lead.Assists in or establishes technologist schedules to provide for planned time off, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and adequate department coverage.Completes other tasks and projects as assigned (5%)Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of and adherence to company policies and protocols.Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA and safety guidelines.Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.Knowledge of current technical skills and procedural understanding to perform a full range of scanning procedures.Knowledge of and adherence to ALARA principles.Knowledge of basic level computer skills.Ability to operate and adjust scanning and ancillary equipment.Skill in organizing and prioritizing work and following assignments through to completion.Skill in written and verbal communication.Ability to take initiative to improve processes, think strategically and identify trends.Ability to provide open, honest feedback to improve decision making.Ability to maintain and build constructive relationships that produce results.Ability to effectively supervise non-exempt staff.Ability to lead in a manner consistent with USRS’ and the Departments values.Ability to work independently and in a team environment.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines.Ability to be flexible in schedule and adaptable to constant change.Ability to effectively handle details with accuracy.Ability to maintain regular attendance and on-time approval to work as scheduled.Ability to deliver high quality customer service to internal and external customers by communicating with integrity and compassion.Ability to resolve service recovery issues and understand when to escalate to the next level.Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.Education and Experience:Graduate of 24-month AMA approved School of Radiology Technology.12 months previous experience in diagnostic radiology or other imaging modality.ARRT certification in Radiology; advanced certification in CT or MRI.IV credentialed if applicable.BLS certification.Physical Requirements:Heavy lifting: up to 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs.Must be able to stand, stoop and lift and walk without restrictions.Requires computer related activities for extended periods of time.Requires the ability to see, hear, speak, write and key.US Radiology provides a competitive compensation program to attract, retain, and motivate a high-performance workforce.US Radiology is an equal opportunity employer.
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Cherry Hill, NJ, USA • Voorhees Township, NJ 08043, USAJob Description
Posted Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 4:00 AMUS Radiology
is one of the largest and most progressive radiology groups in the country. Our mission is to make the best of radiology better to improve lives. With over 3,100 team members and 145 outpatient imaging centers across 14 states, our team conducts nearly 6 million studies annually. US Radiology is a partnership of leading sub-specialized radiology groups, high-quality imaging centers and health systems built around a commitment to best-in-class clinical excellence, operations, infrastructure, and state-of-the-art technology.This position will rotate between Cherry Hill, NJ and Voorhees Rt. 73, NJ. External candidates should be registered in X-Ray or Mammography.The Lead Technologist will be responsible for assisting the Center Manager with the overall leadership and direction of the clinical departments, while ensuring high image quality and successful completion of exams. Along with staffing and quality and performance improvement efforts, the Lead Technologist will serve as an internal imaging expert for the center and create a positive patient and customer experience by representing the US Radiology Way.Operates scanning equipment safely and competently, while obtaining quality images.Demonstrates competence in following established scanning protocols and exercises ability to adjust protocols as required.Complies with center safety guidelines for patient and self, utilizes protective equipment when appropriate.Ensures patient safety by screening for contraindications such as, but not limited to, cardiac pacemakers, sheet metal fragments, shrapnel, jewelry, wallet, metal prosthesis, etc.Demonstrates the ability to perform all necessary computer operations (i.e., Fuji and PACS).Ensures proper charges are entered and referring physician’s orders are verified.Renders patient care in a professional and courteous manner.Prepares examination rooms for radiology procedures.Monitors inventory of supplies during room rotation and maintains room cleanliness and neat appearance.Reviews each exam for technical accuracy (i.e., technical quality, anatomical positioning, annotation, etc.) and completes verification process in PACS.Performs regular audit of center activities for quality standard compliance; collaborates with Imaging Lead on implementation of solutions for imaging and quality challenges.Provides in-center support for accreditation activities.Provides input and support for new initiatives and process implementation.Acts as on-site leadership in absence of center manager, helping to manage center activities.Team Supervision (25%)Manages the training and onboarding of new technologists.Assists in the recruiting, interviewing and hiring process.Monitors and approves timecards.Participates in technologist performance evaluations and on-going development of technologists including performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions when necessary.Allocates specific job responsibilities/specialty tasks and defines priorities.Acts as primary point of escalation for clinical challenges and escalates particularly complex issues to Imaging Lead.Assists in or establishes technologist schedules to provide for planned time off, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and adequate department coverage.Completes other tasks and projects as assigned (5%)Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of and adherence to company policies and protocols.Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA and safety guidelines.Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.Knowledge of current technical skills and procedural understanding to perform a full range of scanning procedures.Knowledge of and adherence to ALARA principles.Knowledge of basic level computer skills.Ability to operate and adjust scanning and ancillary equipment.Skill in organizing and prioritizing work and following assignments through to completion.Skill in written and verbal communication.Ability to take initiative to improve processes, think strategically and identify trends.Ability to provide open, honest feedback to improve decision making.Ability to maintain and build constructive relationships that produce results.Ability to effectively supervise non-exempt staff.Ability to lead in a manner consistent with USRS’ and the Departments values.Ability to work independently and in a team environment.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines.Ability to be flexible in schedule and adaptable to constant change.Ability to effectively handle details with accuracy.Ability to maintain regular attendance and on-time approval to work as scheduled.Ability to deliver high quality customer service to internal and external customers by communicating with integrity and compassion.Ability to resolve service recovery issues and understand when to escalate to the next level.Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.Education and Experience:Graduate of 24-month AMA approved School of Radiology Technology.12 months previous experience in diagnostic radiology or other imaging modality.ARRT certification in Radiology; advanced certification in CT or MRI.IV credentialed if applicable.BLS certification.Physical Requirements:Heavy lifting: up to 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs.Must be able to stand, stoop and lift and walk without restrictions.Requires computer related activities for extended periods of time.Requires the ability to see, hear, speak, write and key.US Radiology provides a competitive compensation program to attract, retain, and motivate a high-performance workforce.US Radiology is an equal opportunity employer.
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