US Radiology is one of the largest and most progressive radiology groups in the country. Our mission is to make the best of radiology better to improve lives. With over 3,100 team members and 145 outpatient imaging centers across 14 states, our team conducts nearly 6 million studies annually. US Radiology is a partnership of leading sub-specialized radiology groups, high-quality imaging centers and health systems built around a commitment to best-in-class clinical excellence, operations, infrastructure, and state-of-the-art technology.
Job Summary: The Imaging Lead will collaborate with Division and center leadership and other cross functional teams to support US Radiology’s clinical standards across the region. Manages the region float technologist staff, ensuring appropriate staffing and coverage levels are maintained. Maintains knowledge of, observes, and enforces the safety measures in Environment of Care. Interested applicants must be registered in Mammography, have expertise in the field and be willing to travel to multiple sites in Southern NJ (commuting distance).
Duties/Responsibilities:

• Creates a positive patient and customer experience by representing the US Radiology Way

(70%) Project and Business Management

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop and support quality assurance checks and ensure clinical standards are held
• Collaborates with Modality COE on the development of best practice guides, manuals, and materials, and disseminates throughout US Radiology
• Provides expertise and owns accreditation process with support from Lead Technologists
• Provides direct supervisory authority as leader for all float technologists within region
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with Radiologist partners to collaborate on protocols, sequencing, etc.
• Collaborates with Center and Division leadership to ensure US Radiology clinical standards are held across the region
• Monitors region key performance indicators for standards of quality, patient access, and financial performance
• Performs regular center visits, within in region, and rounding to ensure high standards of quality care are maintained

(25%) Team Supervision

• Assists in the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring process
• Manages the training and onboarding of new float technologists
• Monitors and approves timecards
• Develops and mentors technologists and ancillary team members
• Participates in technologist performance evaluations and on-going development of technologists including performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions when necessary
• Act as primary point of escalation for clinical challenges and escalating particularly complex issues to Regional or VP of Operations
• Assists in or establishes float technologist pool schedules to provide for planned time off, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and adequate department coverage

(5%) Completes other tasks and projects as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and adherence to company policies and protocols
• Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA and safety guidelines
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
• Knowledge of current technical skills and procedural understanding to perform a full range of scanning procedures
• Knowledge of and adherence to ALARA principles
• Knowledge of basic level computer skills
• Ability to operate and adjust scanning and ancillary equipment
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing work and following assignments through to completion
• Skill in written and verbal communication
• Ability to take initiative to improve processes, think strategically and identify trends
• Ability to provide open, honest feedback to improve decision making
• Ability to maintain and build constructive relationships that produce results
• Ability to effectively supervise non-exempt staff
• Ability to lead in a manner consistent with USRS’ and the Departments values
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines
• Ability to be flexible in schedule and adaptable to constant change
• Ability to effectively handle details with accuracy
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and on-time approval to work as scheduled
• Ability to deliver high quality customer service to internal and external customers by communicating with integrity and compassion
• Ability to resolve service recovery issues and understand when to escalate to the next level
• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of 24-month AMA approved School of Radiology Technology
• 3-5 years previous experience in an advanced imaging modality
• IV credentialed if applicable
• BLS certification

Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting: up to 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Must be able to stand, stoop and lift and walk without restrictions.
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