Lead Diagnostic Technologist

About the role

In addition to performing imaging procedures at an advanced level, coordinates workflow, assists with projects and coordinates educational activities. Functions as a working technologist and distributes workload to ensure efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Assists with quality assurance projects and assists in the development of exam protocols alongside of or in place of advanced technologists and communicates results back to departmental leadership.
• Assists in talent acquisition interviews for successful recruitment of technologist candidates and provides feedback for annual performance reviews.
• Captures and maintains accurate patient records and ensures compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Coordinates daily workflow and schedule of the department while maintaining staffing levels based on, but not limited to, call offs, vacations, patient volumes, and training needs.
• Performs all responsibilities of Diagnostic Tech I and Advanced Diagnostic Tech II.
• Leads orientation and training for new hires, students and other medical personnel; ensures competencies are completed in the required time frame. Responsible for offering remediation with technologists when necessary
• Assumes the leadership role in the absence of the supervisor

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• 3 years Diagnostic Imaging experience required.
• Must have obtained a performance review rating of strong/solid/good on most recent performance review to be eligible for promotion.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

• ARRT certified in Radiography.
• CPR or BLS Required.
• If working in a NY facility, you must have received certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and be Licensed through the New York State Department of Health.

Benefits

• Earn over 5 weeks of paid time off every year
• Affordable medical, dental & vision coverage
• Student loan assistance and tuition reimbursement options
• Earn up to 8% of your eligible pay in retirement contributions from UPMC
• Employer-paid life insurance

Pay

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

• Flexible scheduling to accommodate your personal and professional needs

Career Growth

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• Opportunities for advancement and career development

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Advance Your Future

• Vast array of career paths and opportunities
• Customer service, data analytics, information technology, and patient care roles
• Recognition for excellence in healthcare and service

Support for You – and Your Family

• Paid parental leave
• Family planning resources
• Tuition assistance for dependents
• Comprehensive health care for dependents
• Emergency child and elder care options
• Flexible work arrangements

A Culture That Cares

• Employee resource groups
• Awards for champions of dignity & respect
• Center for Workplace Culture and Engagement
• Programs for veteran engagement

Tools to Reach Your Potential

• Up to $6,000 of annual tuition assistance
• Ongoing learning via LinkedIn Learning
• Accelerated career pathways for growth
• Robust instructor-led education and learning pathways