Lead Imaging - Radiology at Alice Peck Day Health System – Lebanon, New Hampshire

• Position Standards
  • Graduate of an AMA (American Medical Association) Accredited School of Radiological Technology.
  • Board Certified by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (A.R.R.T) and a member of the A.R.R.T.
  • Advanced certification in specialty through the A.R.R.T. or A.R.D.M.S ; Mammography, DXA, MRI, CT or Ultrasound as required.
  • Active Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (MIRT) license through the state of New Hampshire.
  • Current BCLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience within a clinical setting related to the role.
• Position Physical Requirements
  • Anything listed here requires a pre-placement physical by Employee Health to determine if the employee is capable of meeting the requirements.
    • Physical Activity:
      • Sitting - 1% to 33%
      • Standing - 34% to 66%
      • Walking - 34% to 66%
      • Bending - 34% to 66%
      • Squatting - 1% to 33%
      • Crouching - 1% to 33%
      • Kneeling - 1% to 33%
      • Reaching - 34% to 66%
    • Upper Extremity:
      • Use of Upper Extremity - 67% to 100%
    • Push/Pull/Lift/Carry:
      • Initial push up to a maximum of 46 lbs - 1% to 33%
      • Initial pull up to a maximum of 46 lbs - 1% to 33%
      • Sustained push up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 67% to 100%
      • Sustained pull up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 1% to 33%
      • Lift up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 67% to 100%
      • Carry up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 67% to 100%
• PART TWO: Performance Expectations - Lead Role
  • Contributes to the short and long term departmental planning and strategy.
  • Oversee training within his/her area of expertise in the department, which includes: identifying needs, developing training, providing/facilitating training, track training, and validating the effectiveness of the training.
  • Provides ongoing and annual input on staff performance to the leadership of the department.
  • Participates in the Quality Assurance Program for his/her area of expertise in the department.
  • Assists in the review, development and revisions of policies and procedures for his/her area of the department.
• Position Objective
  • Provide expertise in assigned area of responsibility by: 1) keeping current with the latest technology, trends and best practice; 2) providing guidance, tracking and on-going support for employee training, and; 3) validating staff competency.
• PART THREE: Performance Expectations - Functional
  • Ensuring High-Quality Imaging
    • Follow all hospital policies and procedures.
    • Achieve and maintain comprehensive competency skills for all equipment used.
    • Perform all quality control measures to assure equipment is functioning properly.
    • Keep current with the latest technology, trends, and best practice.
    • Consistently produce high-quality images within the guidelines and directives of the Radiologist groups and the Medical Director.
  • Supporting Optimal Patient Care
    • Clean and prep exam rooms after every patient procedure.
    • Complete proper patient identification prior to every patient procedure.
    • Adjust equipment for each examination, position and instruct patients, and determine proper voltage, current and desired exposure time for each radiograph using A.L.A.R.A principles.
    • Use immobilization and support devices to obtain precise patient positioning and lessen patient discomfort
    • Continually assess processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
    • Maintains a smooth and orderly flow of patients through the Diagnostic Imaging Department.
    • Equitable participation in the on-call and holiday rotations, as applicable.
  • Modality Specialization
    • Maintains credentialing in specialized modality related to their lead responsibilities: MRI, CT, Ultrasound, DXA, Mammography, and/or clinical education.
    • Utilizes the additional training, knowledge and expertise in their specialized modality to expand skills and knowledge within their section.
    • Performs specialized and complex Diagnostic Imaging procedures as required within the specialty modalities of Mammography, DXA, MRI, CT, X-ray and Ultrasound.
  • Supporting a Safe, Professional Environment
    • Maintain standards that align departmental practice with applicable governing bodies:
      • American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
      • American College of Radiology (ACR)
      • American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
      • The New Hampshire Department of Radiologic Health
      • Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
    • Provide input and support for department and hospital goals and initiatives.
    • Participates in process improvement initiatives and event reporting to ensure high-reliability.
  • Maximizing Personal Growth and Development
    • Proactively participate in self-appraisal and self-reflection.
    • Participate in educational opportunities as they arise.
    • Meet continuing education and proficiency requirements for maintaining ARRT and ACR certifications.
    • Keep current in professional readings.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Min: $35.60
Max: $55.18