Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist (H)

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The University of Miami is currently seeking a Chief Nuclear Medicine Technologist to work at Lennar Foundation Medical Center in Miami. The incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day operations and administrative duties ensuring: efficient workflow of Nuclear Medicine and CT; compliance with budgetary policy; ensuring the highest quality diagnostic examinations; and compliance of State/Federal/Joint Commission regulations, department/hospital policies and procedures, objectives and philosophy.  The Chief is accountable for the efficient patient throughput and 24-hr supervisory responsibility of department and of all departmental staff member’s scheduling, technical guidance and performance improvement.

CORE JOB FUCNTIONS

• Performs all duties of Level I & II technologist.

• The chief technologist position involves performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures/job duties as required of a Nuclear Medicine technologist at a level that will require no supervision of technical details.

• Supervises imaging services, including performance or supervision of tests, and daily management of assigned personnel.

• Assists in compilation of statistical data for departmental evaluation purposes.

• Contributions to the preparation of the annual departmental budget and development of administrative and operational policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Responsible for hire, discipline, and promotion of department staff.

• Obtains and examines the diagnostic orders for appropriateness to the type of exam ordered and any special notes or comments.

• Coordinate/manage scheduling and patient flow for interdepartmental procedures.

• Collaborates in the development of in-service training for departmental staff.

• Completes yearly performance appraisals for the staff and handles requests for merit increases, promotions, and disciplinary actions.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                               

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Graduate of a Nuclear Medicine Technology accredited program. NMTCB or ARRT-N registered.

Certification and Licensing:

Must possess a valid State of Florida License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

Valid State of Florida License as a General Radiographer or Basic X-Ray Machine Operator required. 

CPR and BLS certification required.

Must obtain ARRT CT certification with 24 months of hire.

Experience:

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.  Supervisory experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Knowledge of business and management principles

• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.

• Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan.

• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.

• Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H14