CT Technologist Supervisor (Finance)
The CT Technologist Supervisor will perform computed tomography (CT) imaging studies under the direction of a physician with established methods and procedures. The supervisor is responsible for patient care, quality control and improvement activities, proper operation of all CT equipment and direct supervision of technologists. The CT Supervisor will report to the Radiology Manager responsible for CT.
The CT Supervisor will participate in departmental and hospital programs for Quality Assessment and Improvement, identifying opportunities to improve services, making recommendations, and implementing actions as appropriate and consistent with the goals of the Nemours Foundation.
This role is estimated to spend 90% of duties as a CT Technologist and the other duties will be performing supervisor duties.
- Participates in departmental and hospital programs for Quality Assessment and Improvement, identifying opportunities to improve services, making recommendations, and implementing actions as appropriate and consistent with the goals of the Nemours Foundation.
- Responsible for AIDET interactions and provides accurate preparation instructions to patient/family with the ability to answer pertinent procedural questions. Responsible for coordinating and resolving medical imaging patient issues including scheduling issues.
- Knowledge of CT protocols, and a working knowledge of all CT equipment. Demonstrates knowledge of routine and specialized CT imaging protocols. Is proficient in performing studies in all areas of CT.
- In conjunction with the radiology leadership team, supports development and achievement of organizational goals and objectives.
- Works to identify and solve operational problems, reduce costs, improve efficiency, and continually improve overall operation of CT.
- Assists with on-call, technologist schedules, including weekdays, weekends, and holiday rotation. Submits monthly on-call schedule to paging department.
- Coordinates staff workflow for day shift between five hospital departments.
- Super User for PACS and monitors in progress worklist to assure all images transfer correctly and are read in a timely manner.
- Collaborates with Biomed to troubleshoot equipment and submit tickets for repair. Ensures proper function of equipment by proper usage and maintenance. Reports unsafe conditions and incidents.
- Promotes and models appropriate open and effective communication among staff, patients, and providers.
- Maintains constructive, positive working relationships with other units and support staff. Shares responsibility for ensuring a safe environment for patients, families, visitors, and staff.
- Involved on QA team to critique technologists' images monthly and provide corrective criticism for improvement. Continuous education on Computerized Tomography (CT) studies with the Technologists.
- Collaborates with the CT Medical Director in planning, guiding, and evaluating technical staff's clinical skills and competency.
- In conjunction with Radiology Management, ensures new technologists receive adequate and appropriate training, education, and clinical support during orientation. Providing training manual and checklists.
- Provides feedback on staff members as requested by Manager for annual performance evaluation process, to include satellite personnel.
- Demonstrates an expert knowledge of computed tomography equipment & safety, shielding techniques, expert imaging skills and equipment trouble-shooting skills, analyzing and recording equipment and other equipment utilized in the CT department.
- Practices Radiation Safety in accordance with regulations. Selects accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis. Applies knowledge of radiation physics and safety regulations to limit radiation exposure of the general public, patient, fellow workers and self to as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) and exercises discretion and judgement in the performance of procedures.
- Additional miscellaneous duties and responsibilities, as may be assigned by associates' manager.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- High school diploma is required. Associate degree preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of experience performing as a Computerized Tomography (CT) Technologist required; 5+ years preferred.
- JRCERT Graduation Certificate required.
- DE State License required.
- ARRT (CT) required.
- Prior Team Lead or Supervisor/Manager experience is preferred.
Nemours Children's Health offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package which includes:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Continuing Education Support
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO), VTO (Volunteer Time Off) and 6 paid holidays
- Professional/Clinical growth opportunities
- Work Life Benefits
