Lead Radiology Tech

General Summary The Lead Radiology Tech completes quality imaging on a variety of patients requiring X-Ray’s and/or CT studies and serves in a leadership role within the Radiology Team. Description Of Essential DutiesIn addition to performing all items in the Radiology Tech Job Description, the Lead position will also: Perform meaningful growth meeting with RT’s on a routine basis and identify areas of improvement that will result in the meeting or exceeding of organizational quality metric goals. Adhere to and positively promote all protocols Professionally and expertly represent GEMD during surveys related to the clinical area (DOH, COLA, AHCA, JC, etc.)Participation in QA/PI activities Light Alignment Testing Lead Shield Testing Equipment PM’sOther audits as dictated by the FL or VP of Clinical Operations Maintenance of all diagnostic imaging equipment (CT scanner, X-Ray unit, US machine, and all their components) Maintain quality standards by updating protocols as needed, making recommendations based on current best practices, bringing to the attention of the Facility Leader any unsafe practices, etc. Ensure the workflow of the clinical area during the workday, addressing any issues/challenges Communicate positively with all team members and patients Continuous education and training of team on new or updated processes/equipment Actively participate in the hiring and termination of radiology team Serve as a strong resource for the staff and support the Facility Leader in their absence Utilize organizational specific software to reference old patient records and organizational protocols Follow the information security policies and management system, contributing to their effectiveness, and actively reporting on their performance Function in a manner that supports the facility in meeting or exceeding goals set forth in the quality metrics (Door to EKG, Troponin TAT, Door to Antibiotic, Etc.)Support the Facility Leader (FL) and Lead Rad Tech by being a positive team player Completion of daily checklists Participate in morning huddles when on shift Accurate completion of clinical inventory as assigned Participate in facility specific education and training (i.e., OSHA, HIPAA, Joint Commission, ALARA, etc.)Timely completion of tasks as assigned by the Facility Leader and VP Clinical Operations