IR Technologist Chief | Jefferson 10K Sign on Bonus Eligible!

Company :

Job Description : 

Sign on Bonus Eligible: $10,000 (2 year commitment)

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

This job provides supervision of staff and area functions as well as may serve as a physician liaison. This job performs various imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform management responsibilities to include, but are not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions, coaching and development, rewards and recognition, performance management and staff productivity.  Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develop and implement policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority.40%

• Maintains a quality assurance program according to regulations established by regulatory bodies. Assures completion of all required documentation for quality control and equipment maintenance, procedures, e.g. regulatory, billing, protocol, and image distribution. Maintains ACR certification and registries (if applicable). Implements and educates staff on all imaging institute policies, procedures, guidelines, and quality initiatives for interventional imaging modality.20%

• Assists in setting up the interventional suite with appropriate instruments and supplies. 10%

• Utilizes proper aseptic techniques and practices standard precautions. Follows policy for medication, contrast, and specimen handling. 10%

• Assists with preparing, positioning, and draping patients and participates in the interventional space to assure correct patient and surgical site. 10%

• Implements radiation safety and patient safety standards and provides technical expertise for development of protocols. Implements and standardizes imaging protocols in coordination with radiation physics and division directors.10%

• Other duties as assigned or requested.

​QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Associate’s degree or relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree.   

• 1 year of experience in Management or leadership role

• 3 years of prior experience working as an Interventional Radiology Technologist

• Vascular Interventional Radiography Certification and Registration (VI) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

• CPR – American Heart Association

• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate

• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Substitutions

• Certification from a technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree

SKILLS:

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.  In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. 

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

#IND123

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. 

EEO is The Law

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf)

We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below.

For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org

California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice