X-ray Supervisor

The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervising all X-ray Techs to ensure all responsibilities are completed and quality work is performed;
• Functioning as an administrator and working as an X-ray Tech as directed;
• Ensuring that X-ray Techs are qualified under state specifications; ensuring X-ray Techs deliver quality technical performance;
• Ensuring appropriate x-rays are ordered and communicating with the PACS Administrator as needed;
• Understanding how to process images using DR and archiving images through PACS;
• Addressing Physician requests with respect and in a timely manner;
• Assisting with treatment area duties, including triage and patient care, while providing exceptional customer service;
• Maintaining the X-ray Conversation Book, checklists (X-ray, CPR, Center Appearance and Cleaning), Quality Control, Radiation Monitoring Records, and State QA Book;
• Understanding and using the Daily Log, X-Ray Listing, Medical Records Needing Review, and X-Ray Status Listing;
• Acting as a Patient First representative for the DMS or Medical Director in their absence to ensure smooth operation of the center;
• Implementing safety procedures for patients, self, and staff to avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation, as well as addressing radiation badge safety;
• Maintaining quality assurance for all X-ray Techs in the X-ray Department and keeping records of all outside studies ordered by Patient First;
• Obtaining quality x-rays using correct positioning, markers, and technical factors;
• Maintaining integrity of all equipment and supplies in the X-ray Department;
• Submitting monthly x-ray staffing schedules and performance evaluations for the X-ray Department;
• Conducting interviews and training new staff;
• Ensuring that all required documents are read and understood by X-ray Techs;
• Cleaning work area, performing biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and completing other maintenance assignments as directed;
• Adhering to established Patient First policies and procedures;
• Ensuring the safety of patients when using wheelchairs, stools, and other equipment;
• Understanding and using the medical record system, including registration, processing of the patient, and medical records and hardware or software problems;
• Attending staff meetings as directed;
• Being available as needed, as breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time for patient care and to maintain center operations;
• Operating, using, and maintaining medical and office equipment as trained;
• Fostering teamwork in a positive and professional atmosphere;
• Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions;
• Willing to work at any center due to a staffing issue, center emergency, or a reduction of work;
• Completing other duties as directed.

Minimum education requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Must be 18 years of age or older;
• High school graduate or equivalent;
• Registered member of American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) required or graduate of approved Limited Radiologic Technologist program;
• Licensed, if required in the state of employment;
• Ability to hear pages, bells, and phone system;
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for up to 7 hours at a time;
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds;
• Adequate verbal, written, and typed communication skills required;
• Ability to prioritize and multitask;
• Must provide the highest quality medical care and professionalism.