Lead Radiology Technologist

Description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Lead Radiology Technologist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St.

David's South Austin Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

St. David's South Austin Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues.

The available plans and programs include :

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Lead Radiology Technologist where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued?

If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary for the Lead Radiology Technologist

The Senior / Lead Radiologic Technologist works closely with the Director and Supervisor at the Hospital to train, assess competency and supervise technical and support staff.

Monitors all technical and clerical functions, which include efficient patient throughput and effective utilization of equipment and human resources, based upon patient load.

Maintains Performance Improvement and Quality Control activities to direct and ensure the quality of services rendered is acceptable and timely.

The Senior / Lead Radiologic Technologist is responsible for taking radiographs according to the standards and practices set forth by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.

The Technologist demonstrates knowledge of the human structure and functions, patient care, positioning, principles of radiographic sciences, radiation protection and specialized techniques.

These activities are performed within the Radiology Department and with portable units outside the Department.

Responsibilities of the Lead Radiology Technologist

• Lead and oversee the Technologists and clinical staff to ensure the quality of their work.
• Coordinate and prioritize the department workflow to ensure completion of work assignments.
• Perform day-to-day departmental functions and responsibilities.
• Contribute to the effective management of the department.
• Consistently produce films of optimal diagnostic quality on patients of all ages.
• Administer contrast media in accordance with the contrast policies & procedures.
• Follow Patient Care and Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Provide full support by performing job-related duties.

Qualifications for the Lead Radiology Technologist

EDUCATION :

Graduate of an America Medical Association-approved program in Radiologic Technology or meet requirements for Texas certification of Medical Radiologic Technologist of an education-equivalent basis

EXPERIENCE :

• Five years of experience in an acute-care setting as a Radiologic Technologist
• Prior supervisory experience preferred

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED :

• Registered Radiologic Technologist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT)
• Licensed Medical Radiologic Technologist with the Texas Medical Board (TMB)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

St. David’s South Austin Medical Center , which is part of St. David’s HealthCare. We are a 368-bed acute care facility offering a range of complex specialties and sub-specialties.

• Our services include a nationally accredited oncology program with the area’s only adult Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program;
• advanced trauma care with a Level II trauma center; comprehensive cardiac, stroke and orthopedic programs; full-service maternity and newborn care;

and two full-service emergency centers in the communities of Bee Cave and Bastrop. St. David’s South Austin Medical Center is affiliated with the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery.

We offer advanced robotic services for orthopedics, open heart and lung surgery, complex GI surgery, surgical oncology, general surgery, colorectal surgery, and urology.

It was one of the first hospitals in Central Texas to combine the use of CT imaging and robotics to detect early stage lung cancer.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.

In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Lead Radiology Technologist opening.

We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.