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We are a 716-bed independent academic medical center. We are the communitys major referral hospital and we provide a wide range of services including:
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THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!
Baystate Health western Massachusetts only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. We are committed to increasing diverse representation across our organization. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need.
Minimally Required Experience:
-Minimum 3 years experience as a Registered Radiologic Technologist.
-Minimum 1 year experience in a Lead or Supervisor role.
Preferred Requirements:
-Registered Mammography Technologist (Strongly preferred)
Summary:
Under the direction of the Manager and according to established policies and procedures supervises and coordinates the daily operations in all of the Imaging Service areas. Is the liaison between the Manager and the staff. Schedules all work assignments according to needs. Assist and/or conduct disciplinary actions as needed with employees. Assist with the evaluation and development for purchases of capital equipment and related items.
The Supervisor shall interact with staff leadership patients families providers and members of the community professionally and in accordance with the Operating Principles of Baystate Health.
Under the supervision of the Radiologist and according to established policies and procedures operates equipment as required to obtain diagnostic images according to Radiologist specifications; will assist the Radiologist in a wide range of sterile procedures.
Responsible for the care and treatment of all age ranges of patients which may use Imaging Services to include pediatric adolescent adult and geriatric.
The Supervisor will contribute to preparedness for Joint Commission and DPH surveys and ACR collaboration with the Manager and Radiologists the Supervisor develops and maintains policies and procedures for the clinical areas of the department.
Job Responsibilities:
1)Directs and supervises Imaging Technologists and ancillary staff involved in the care and performance of Imaging examinations including exam performance and using RadNet and CIS to clarify orders ensuring correct exams are performed following approved exam protocols.
2)Responsible for development and maintenance of staffing schedules for: Radiology Nuclear Medicine Ultrasound CT Scan and Mammography. This includes approval of time-off requests and coverage for unplanned events. Responsible for 24 hour call shared with Manager to respond to issues and concerns regarding patient care and department services. Reviews daily schedule & plans work flow to ensure efficient and timely completion while maintaining good continuity of patient care. Adjusts staffing to flex with daily volumes and productivity.
3)Responsible for collaboration with the Clinical Engineering staff for maintenance and repair of all Imaging equipment. Responsible for communicating significant problems to Manager and Medical Staff as needed.
4)Performs all functions related to Kronos timekeeping/payroll including: scheduling variances transfers and approval.
5)Integrity: works with respectful credible and professional demeanor. Demonstrates trust-worthy behaviors i.e. follow through on commitments maintains confidentiality and appropriate boundaries displays ethical behavior and decision making.
6)Review & adjustment of all OPPS Coding weekly reports assist in revenue and expense monthly.
7)Oversees orientation and training of new staff to include annual competencies. Contributes to development and implementation of in-service education programs for all staff.
8)Superuser for Radiology Information System and PACs system.
9)Makes effective recommendations on employee hiring transfer promotion termination and disciplinary actions. Contributes to the Performance Evaluation process.
10)Assumes responsibility for Department in absence of manager as needed in accordance with departmental procedures.
11)Maintains safe work environment observes all health and safety requirements and prepares and presponds to accidents and unusual occurrences reporting to the Imaging Services Manager.
12)Demonstrates knowledge of development stages for all age groups and applies developmental theories and concepts when communicating planning and implementing care for patients.
13)Reviews authorization and other companion paperwork to verify type of examination to be performed to be alert for contra-indicators and suspected pathologies. Ensures proper imaging/treatment procedures by checking with nursing personnel physicians and/or radiologists whenever questionable exams are ordered.
14)Explains nature of procedure completely and in laymens terms in order to allay apprehension and elicit cooperation. Validates that patient understands procedure by questioning or other means.
15)Correctly identifies each image including date verification name RT and LT markers and other pertinent exam information.
16)Adheres to all Confidentiality and HIPAA policies.
17)Selects appropriate technical parameters according to knowledge of standard settings to produce x-ray exams of diagnostic quality. Maintains radiation safety to patient staff and self according to departmental procedures. Calculates and administers correct dosage of contrast materials for appropriate exams in order to produce desired imaging results.
Skills/Competencies:
Skills and knowledge associated with Diagnostic Imaging. Able to handle multiple tasks. Demonstrates a respectful credible and professional demeanor. Demonstrates trust-worthy behaviors i.e. follow through on commitments maintains confidentiality and appropriate boundaries displays ethical behavior and decision making. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Follows patient confidentiality policies. Utilizes time in an effective/productive manner by coordinating patients and procedures to achieve maximum productivity as observed by the Manager. Demonstrates ability to assist physicians in an accurate and timely manner as indicated by feedback from physicians. Maintains radiation safety for patients staff and self according to departmental
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OUR COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY:
We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay benefits and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.
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All correspondence can be directed to:
Jim Pugliese Healthcare Recruiter
Education:
Associates Degree (Required)Certifications:
Basic Life Support - American Heart Association Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic TechnologistEqual Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status national origin ancestry age genetic information disability or protected veteran status.
Required Experience:
Manager
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