Description
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DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.
Job Summary Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, functions as a lead or resource person for personnel involved in diagnostic procedures including CT, MRI, Interventional Radiology and Cardiology; in addition to performing duties as required.
Coordinates the flow of work, delegates, oversees and guides staff in carrying out their respective duties.
Follows up on activities of technologists or assigned personnel, resolves routine and complex problems and ensures that department is operating in a safe and efficient manner. Monitors the quantity and quality of work flow to ensure work is completed.
Ensures that prescribed diagnostic procedures are performed according to department standards.
Recommends personnel actions by providing input for performance appraisals, hiring decisions and progressive disciplines up to termination of employment.
Assists with monitoring performance improvement plans. Has the responsibility for scheduling of and timekeeping for technologists. Able to take call/standby as required by the department.
Monitors activities for and ensures compliance with laws, government regulations, JC requirements and DMC policies. As directed, implements external and internal audit recommendations.
Qualifications
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1. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (RT) or Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI) or Cardiovascular-Interventional (CV).
2. Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.
3. Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) within 6 months of hire for employees working in adult setting or Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification (PALS) within 1 year of hire for employees working in cardiology setting.
4. Two or more years progressively more responsible Interventional Radiology work experience.
