Job Summary:

The Radiology Chief Technologist will maintain and coordinate all aspects of the department computer system, in-service education, staff orientation and training, and equipment maintenance.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Establishes and controls the operation of the department computer system and ensures that policies and procedures are reviewed annually.
• Develops training and orientation for the department's technical staff and coordinates the implementation of same with the assistant manager.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversees the departments inventory, procurement and purchasing of supplies, equipment, and parts.
• Reviews and updates technical procedures.
• Assists in the quality assurance program.
• Performs the duties of the quality assurance supervisor in his or her absence.
• Coordinates and schedules the department's monthly meetings and in-service education.
• Oversees the maintenance and cleanliness of radiology equipment and film processors.
• Coordinates the silver recovery analysis process.
• Maintains policies and procedures for radiation safety and infection control.
• Assists in monitoring good customer/patient relations.
• Assists in scheduling inpatients and outpatients.
• Performs the duties of a radiologic technologist.
• Assists in developing new technique charts.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent technical radiology skills and equipment knowledge.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited program in radiologic technology required.
• Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required.
• Three years of experience as a diagnostic radiologic technologist required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• May require prolonged periods of standing, reaching and bending to move patients and heavy equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.