What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRI Team Leader position at Geisinger?
- Coordinates and supervises the delivery of patient care and imaging functions within assigned locations.
- Works within the Scope of Practice of his/her specialty.
- Team Leaders maintains technical competency
- Provides day-to-day supervision for an assigned radiology modality to include patient safety, process improvement, quality, standardization, validation of staff competency, training coordination, policy adherence, equipment and supply management.
- Ensures that all diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are performed by qualified and competent staff, are of the highest quality achievable and follow the radiation safety principles of ALARA, ACR Guidelines for imaging practices, and ACR Guidelines for MRI Safety, if applicable.
- Works directly with lead technologists and front line staff to solve problems and reduce barriers to success.
- Works collaboratively with others to ensure a high level departmental safety, quality, and teamwork.
- Responsible for the clinical functions and processes for assigned Radiology area.
- Responsible for managing/coordinating ACR accreditation of assigned locations, if applicable.
- Has knowledge of and ensures compliance with all regulatory and accrediting requirements for assigned section including American College Radiology, Intersocietal Accreditation Commission, Joint Commission, Department of Health, NRC, Department of Environmental Protection.
- Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Qualifications:
The following certifications are required upon hire:
ARRT(R)
and
ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT
In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree, 4 additional years of medical imaging experience will be accepted.