Radiologic Technologist Supervisor

Salary/Position Classification

• $48,000+ Annual, Dependent on Experience, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 40 hours a week during the academic year, 20 hours a week during the summer
• This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus

Purpose of Position

The technologist is responsible for providing the radiology services including producing and developing the x-rays as requested by ordering providers and performing all the clerical tasks involved in the management of a radiology department, such as ordering and maintaining equipment and supplies, and keeping accurate records of services rendered.

As supervisor he/she will manage the schedule for vacation and other leave to ensure coverage in the radiology department and ensure orientation and training of all staff reporting to Supervisor.

In addition to the radiology services, the technologist is responsible for processing FAA documents, performing electrocardiograms as needed, and being the electronic health record lead.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise Radiology department
• Participate in hiring, supervision, and orientation of Radiology staff.

Maintain and upgrade technique charts as needed.

• Keep up to date with latest upgrades to PACS and install on necessary computers.
• Ensure operation of radiology equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; follows manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshoots malfunctions.
• Call service personnel for repairs and preventative maintenance as necessary.
• Assist Providers with PACS troubleshooting issues.
• Keep accurate inventory of supplies and order as needed.
• Update Radiology inventory list and work with assigned Inventory manager for reporting of inventory changes
• Evaluate new equipment and techniques. Obtain bids for equipment as needed.
• Review and forward service contracts for approval and payment.
• Prepare monthly and annual reports.
• Prepare Radiology Department Budget.
• Use UND Purchasing Card to render payment for supplies, Altru Radiology invoices, Siemens invoices, etc.
• Keep procedures manual current.
• Represent Radiology Department on Student Health Leadership Team.
• Daily cleaning and maintenance of radiologic unit, generator, x-ray tube, table, upright bucky and CR unit.
• Gain patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.
• Prepare patient by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Produce diagnostic radiographs using the appropriate technique and correct position for each patient.
• Use DR technology to produce images. Use troubleshooting skills to maintain high-quality images.
• Review radiographs with provider. Assist provider to make full use of DR enhancements.
• Make appointments to outside facilities per order of Provider. Send order and other required documentation. Provide facility with patient information (DOB, sex, duration of symptoms etc.).
• Obtain preauthorization for specialized radiology imaging.
• Enter scheduling data into radiology referral form in the patient's medical record.
• Obtain reports and scan into patient's medical record for ordering provider to review.
• Oversee referral management and associated processes.
• Supervise staff completion of limited x-ray certification.
• Process FAA medical examination forms
• Review the FAA MedXpress forms for accuracy in all portions required by the FAA including the correct dates, signatures, accurate typing of the Medical Certificate and review of the certificate with the airman.
• Computer transmission of the MedXpress forms.
• Scan the FAA MedXpress forms along with transmission summary forms into the airman’s medical record. Any additional medical records pertaining to airman's medical certification would also be scanned into the patient’s chart.
• Upload and/or mail additional medical records with cover sheet to the FAA if indicated by the medical examiner.
• FAA ECG requires transmission of the ECG to the FAA via electronic transmission following the recording. Hard copies are scanned into the patient’s medical record for provider review.
• Scan any corresponding documents from the FAA into the patient’s chart.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Perform ECG procedure as ordered by the provider. Scan ECG tracing into medical record. Clean the ECG device regularly & perform maintenance as needed.
• Other duties as assigned per needs of Student Health Services, UND and greater community
• Motivated to seek and lead progressive practice opportunities to enhance service to students
• Provide outreach education to the greater UND campus, (peer educators, student organizations, faculty, etc.)
• Collaborate with greater Grand Forks community in public health practices and initiatives.

Required Competencies

• Operation of computers and medical information systems.
• Must be able to communicate with a wide variety of employees at the professional, faculty, and staff levels.
• Ability to establish priorities and demonstrate initiative, creativity, and flexibility.
• Must maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Organizational and prioritization skills
• Attentive to details
• Interpersonal oral/written communication skills
• Customer oriented service
• Operation of Siemens radiologic equipment, Fuji Digital Radiograph (DR), and ECG equipment; EKG machine, computer and misc. office machines

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree or successful completion of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
• One year experience as a Radiological Technologist in a health care setting.
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiological Technology.
• North Dakota License through the ND Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners.
• CPR certified, or obtain certification within 30 days of employment.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory experience