Nuclear Med Tech Chief

Summary

The Chief Technologist oversees all ongoing activity of modality in all facilities, maintains and adheres to organization's policies and procedures. Supervises all employees at facility as to policies & procedures and specific job demands. Takes care of physician and patient complaints. Responsible for maintaining organization's ACR accreditation and MQSA requirements as needed. Must be in good standing with A.R.R.T or NMTCB. May have modality specific duties to achieve compliance with all regulations. May perform other job related duties as necessary for the efficient operation of SDMI.

Job description

Requirements

• A.S. or B.S. degree with major in Radiological Technology
• Must be a registered technologist and in good standing with A.R.R.T. and or NMTCB
• A.R.R.T. or NMTCB required with modality specific certification
• Maintain Nevada State licensure
• Acquire and maintain all ACR certification
• DOT air and land shipping and handling experience training
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Thorough knowledge of basic principles of specific modality
• Thorough knowledge of basic modality equipment, skill in specific modality positioning and image slice thickness (protocols) for all exams
• Thorough knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
• Thorough knowledge of plane and solid geometry
• Thorough knowledge and skill in utilizing procedural protocols
• Basic knowledge and skill in sterile technique
• Thorough knowledge and skill with Kodak Lazer
• Demonstrate knowledge and compliance of patient rights including the patient confidentiality
• Required to maintain the Film Processor's Fixer and Developer Solutions
• Know how to correctly review and fill out consent forms
• Know types of contrast to use for patients that do not meet normal criteria
• Know signs/symptoms and protocol of contrast reactions
• Know how to adjust window to get a diagnostic image
• Know how to emotionally support and explain procedure to patients
• Know fire and evacuation plans for the Radiology Department
• Comply with universal precaution standards
• Skill in organizing time to accommodate changes in workload and assignments
• Skill to pay attention to details and accuracy in completing tasks
• Works as an effective team member with co-workers and other personnel
• Communicates effectively when follow up is needed
• Able to identify hazardous material in immediate work area
• Willingly participates in cross-training activities within the department
• Assumes responsibility for updating knowledge of current SDMI department policies and procedures
• Demonstrates punctuality by reporting to work on time

Company overview

Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging (SDMI) is a leading outpatient radiology provider based in Las Vegas, Nevada, founded in 1988. As a 100% locally owned and operated healthcare organization, SDMI has established itself as Southern Nevada's most trusted medical imaging provider for over three decades. The company operates multiple state-of-the-art facilities across the Las Vegas metropolitan area, offering comprehensive diagnostic imaging services including MRI, CT scans, PET/CT, 3D mammography, ultrasound, X-ray, nuclear medicine, and interventional radiology procedures. SDMI employs over 550 radiologists, technologists, and support staff who specialize in more than 2,000 different imaging procedures. The company is known for its commitment to patient-centered care, boasting a 98.3% patient satisfaction rating and investing annually in the latest imaging technology advancements. SDMI's radiologists are all accredited by the American Board of Radiology and many have sub-specialty fellowship training in areas such as interventional radiology, musculoskeletal imaging, women's imaging, and pediatric radiology. The organization maintains multiple accreditations including ACR Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence and operates with a mission to deliver exceptional patient experiences through compassion and cutting-edge technology.