Radiology Multi Modality Coordinator - Mercyhealth
Roscoe, IL 61073
About the Job
Overview:
Full-time / 1.0 FTE / 80 hours biweekly
Lead a growing team of talented technologist!
NEW Urgent care/Emergency room
Mercyhealth Roscoe Clinic
Roscoe, IL
In collaboration with the Manager/Supervisor - coordinates activities of a multimodality radiology (diagnostic imaging) department
Works independently, supervising employees and operations
Performs procedures when needed and as appropriate to certification and competency.
Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Is responsible for daily operational tasks such as: Patient flow, delegation and assignment of tasks, monitoring partner performance, inventory management, communication with referring physicians, patients, partners and other departments
Maintains smooth and efficient workflow in the Radiology Department
Responds to technical questions, concerns, and problems from Radiology and other Mercy staff, including physicians.
and optimal operations.
Troubleshoots equipment problems and coordinates with Supervisor
Ensures adequate par levels of supplies and linen; reorders as necessary.
In collaboration with the Manager/Supervisor, ensures compliance with regulatory bodies, completes and submits required QA metrics
Helps to identify areas where improvement may be necessary.
Assists Department Manager/Supervisor with training for new installations and upgrades to equipment and software for modalities as appropriate for site and licenses held.
Assigns, daily work assignments, and reviews the work of medical imaging and related staff.
Interviews, hires and oversees orientation of new partners.
Assists with the supervision of radiography and ultrasound students and programs
Provides input regarding student evaluations.
Assists leadership with regular staff meetings.
Maintains and renews accreditation for ACR, FDA, MQSA and the state.
Implements and monitors radiation safety measures to ensure safety of patients and staff and compliance with government regulatory requirements.
Evaluates the accuracy and quality of images, and provides technical assistance to staff whenever necessary.
Confers with Department Manager/Supervisor for medical staff and technologists concerning medical imaging techniques and procedures.
Assists Manager/Supervisor in monitoring quality assurance program to conform to federal, state, local, and facility regulations and guidelines.
Consults on work in progress to assure accuracy and completes work.
Utilizes appropriate scripting, barriers and patient identifiers and ensures Universal Protocol is used.
Performs and trains specialized and more difficult procedures.
Reviews current literature and attends meetings and seminars to keep informed of new developments in field.
Full working knowledge of PACS.
CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:
Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited radiography program
Two years of experience as a technologist required
Supervisory experience preferred
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
ARRT registration in radiography and one advanced modality required
IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required if working in Illinois
WI-DSPS radiographer license required if working in Wisconsin
BLS/CPR required within 90 days of hire
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Passing the Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring).
Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.
Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Experience in working with radiologic technologists, radiologists and support staff in a multimodality department
Proficiency in mentoring employees and providing corrective action appropriately
Experience in obtaining departmental accreditation
Ability to communicate in a friendly and effective manner
Demonstrated ability to foster excellent teamwork in a radiology department
Strong organizational skills with ability to work independently
Read/comprehend written and verbal instructions
Basic PC skills
Manage stress appropriately
Make decisions under pressure and handle multiple priorities
Manage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and risk of radiation.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Occupational Exposure: Category A - All partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure.
AGE OF PATIENTS SERVED
Neonate (birth – 28 days)
Infant (29 days – less than 1 year)
Pediatric (1 year – 12 years)
Adolescents (13 years – 17 years)
Adult (18 years – 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years and older)
Non-Specific Task (N/A)
INFORMATION ACCESS
Partner may access patient care information needed to perform their job duties
OR Partner may access patient care information, financial data, human resource data and strategic and planning data needed to perform their job duties as directed by the director.
WORK CONTACT GROUP
Partners, physicians, patients/family, visitors, vendors
SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Function of the position with or without accommodations.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and taste or smell
The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION
Works independently, with limited direct supervision.
SUPERVISES
Directly supervises partners in the Radiology Department.
Full-time / 1.0 FTE / 80 hours biweekly
Lead a growing team of talented technologist!
NEW Urgent care/Emergency room
Mercyhealth Roscoe Clinic
Roscoe, IL
In collaboration with the Manager/Supervisor - coordinates activities of a multimodality radiology (diagnostic imaging) department
Works independently, supervising employees and operations
Performs procedures when needed and as appropriate to certification and competency.
Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Is responsible for daily operational tasks such as: Patient flow, delegation and assignment of tasks, monitoring partner performance, inventory management, communication with referring physicians, patients, partners and other departments
Maintains smooth and efficient workflow in the Radiology Department
Responds to technical questions, concerns, and problems from Radiology and other Mercy staff, including physicians.
and optimal operations.
Troubleshoots equipment problems and coordinates with Supervisor
Ensures adequate par levels of supplies and linen; reorders as necessary.
In collaboration with the Manager/Supervisor, ensures compliance with regulatory bodies, completes and submits required QA metrics
Helps to identify areas where improvement may be necessary.
Assists Department Manager/Supervisor with training for new installations and upgrades to equipment and software for modalities as appropriate for site and licenses held.
Assigns, daily work assignments, and reviews the work of medical imaging and related staff.
Interviews, hires and oversees orientation of new partners.
Assists with the supervision of radiography and ultrasound students and programs
Provides input regarding student evaluations.
Assists leadership with regular staff meetings.
Maintains and renews accreditation for ACR, FDA, MQSA and the state.
Implements and monitors radiation safety measures to ensure safety of patients and staff and compliance with government regulatory requirements.
Evaluates the accuracy and quality of images, and provides technical assistance to staff whenever necessary.
Confers with Department Manager/Supervisor for medical staff and technologists concerning medical imaging techniques and procedures.
Assists Manager/Supervisor in monitoring quality assurance program to conform to federal, state, local, and facility regulations and guidelines.
Consults on work in progress to assure accuracy and completes work.
Utilizes appropriate scripting, barriers and patient identifiers and ensures Universal Protocol is used.
Performs and trains specialized and more difficult procedures.
Reviews current literature and attends meetings and seminars to keep informed of new developments in field.
Full working knowledge of PACS.
CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:
Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited radiography program
Two years of experience as a technologist required
Supervisory experience preferred
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
ARRT registration in radiography and one advanced modality required
IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required if working in Illinois
WI-DSPS radiographer license required if working in Wisconsin
BLS/CPR required within 90 days of hire
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Passing the Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring).
Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.
Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Experience in working with radiologic technologists, radiologists and support staff in a multimodality department
Proficiency in mentoring employees and providing corrective action appropriately
Experience in obtaining departmental accreditation
Ability to communicate in a friendly and effective manner
Demonstrated ability to foster excellent teamwork in a radiology department
Strong organizational skills with ability to work independently
Read/comprehend written and verbal instructions
Basic PC skills
Manage stress appropriately
Make decisions under pressure and handle multiple priorities
Manage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and risk of radiation.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Occupational Exposure: Category A - All partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure.
AGE OF PATIENTS SERVED
Neonate (birth – 28 days)
Infant (29 days – less than 1 year)
Pediatric (1 year – 12 years)
Adolescents (13 years – 17 years)
Adult (18 years – 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years and older)
Non-Specific Task (N/A)
INFORMATION ACCESS
Partner may access patient care information needed to perform their job duties
OR Partner may access patient care information, financial data, human resource data and strategic and planning data needed to perform their job duties as directed by the director.
WORK CONTACT GROUP
Partners, physicians, patients/family, visitors, vendors
SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Function of the position with or without accommodations.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and taste or smell
The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION
Works independently, with limited direct supervision.
SUPERVISES
Directly supervises partners in the Radiology Department.
Source : Mercyhealth