ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Supervisor, Diagnostic Radiology
REPORTS TO POSITION: Radiology Manager
DEPARTMENT: Radiology
DATE LAST REVIEWED: May 2022
OUR VISION: Creating America’s healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: St. Charles Health System Diagnostic Imaging Departments perform X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT, MRI, Dexa, and Mammography, and Nuclear Medicine, exams in a variety of locations. We work closely with our partners at Cascade Medical Imaging and Central Oregon MRI to meet the imaging needs of our community and to support the ED, OR, Inpatient Floors, Family Birthing Center, and Outpatients Services.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Supervisor, Diagnostic Radiology provides assistance and direction for all technical activities of the department as needed. Provides resource information for staff and other departments. Provides supervision for Radiology Coordinators, technologists, clerical staff and radiology assistants.
This position directly manages caregivers in X-Ray, CT, Ultrasound, and support roles.
This position does not directly manage other caregivers in MRI, Echo, or Nuclear Medicine, however may be asked to review and provide feedback on the work of those caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Management duties are to provide direction and supervision for all activities in the Diagnostic Radiology area including technologists, clerical staff, and Radiology Assistants.
Completes evaluations and coaching plans for staff.
Assists with recruitment and orientation of staff.
Responsible for scheduling of staff and signing off timecards.
Serves as liaison for inpatient care areas, and outpatient clients and customers, regarding any imaging related issues or concerns.
Identifies and improves all imaging processes for maximum customer satisfaction and efficiency.
Updates or writes new procedures and work instructions related to Diagnostic Radiology.
Monitors EMR/billing systems for Diagnostic Radiology completing daily charge audits.
Monitors PACS system operations for accuracy and functionality.
Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and other duties as assigned.
Responsible for budget development, regular monitoring, accountability and meeting all operational targets for all areas within span of control.
Hires, leads, coaches, and monitors the performance of all direct reports, to develop and maintain a high-performance team that meets organizational and department goals.
Monitors and ensures all direct reports are current with compliance and safety requirements. Implements and manages all organizational safety directives and goals.
Provides and oversees team’s delivery of customer service in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.
Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION:
Required: High school diploma or GED. Graduate of a certified Radiologic Technology program or school.
Preferred: Bachelors degree.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
Required: Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent registration. Valid Current Oregon Broad of Medical Imaging (OBRT) license. American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification or obtain within 6 months upon hire. Valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements.
Preferred: Support ASRT, OSRT and local district affiliations. Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Computed Tomography.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Three (3) years experience in Radiology or other related modality. Two (2) years successful experience in a management, lead, or supervisory role.
Preferred: Two (2) years’ experience as a computed tomography technologist
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Demonstrates St. Charles Health System values of Accountability, Caring and Teamwork in every interaction.
Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.
Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels within St. Charles Health System and external customers/clients/potential employees.
Strong team working and collaborative skills.
Ability to effectively reach consensus with a diverse population with differing needs.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to multi-task and work independently.
Attention to detail.
Excellent organizational skills, written and oral communication and customer service skills, particularly in dealing with stressful personal interactions.
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Performs basic math (add, subtract, multiply and divide) calculations.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.
Basic to intermediate ability and experience in computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system, and MS Office.
Demonstrated ability and experience in computer applications, use of electronic medical record keeping systems and MS Office.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing, or pulling 1-25 pounds.
Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, reaching overhead, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level.
Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs.
Never (0%): Climbing ladder/stepstool, lifting/carrying/pushing, or pulling 25-50 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle.
Exposure to Elemental Factors
Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.
Never (0%): Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category
Risk for Exposure to BBP
Schedule Weekly Hours:
40Caregiver Type:
RegularShift:
Is Exempt Position?
YesJob Family:
SUPERVISORScheduled Days of the Week:
As Scheduled (may include weekends and holidays)Shift Start & End Time:
0800 to 1700