LEAD RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST - CT (FULL-TIME, DAYS)

University of Washington Medical Center – Montlake – Radiology has an outstanding opportunity for a LEAD RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST - CT.

WORK SCHEDULE
- FULL-TIME, 40 HOURS/WEEK
- EVENING SHIFT

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Performs, at a professional level, highly complex Computed Tomographic examinations, monitor patient vital signs and condition during examinations, and provide leadership to technologists.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
Complete radiology and imaging services using the latest technology
Radiology Services at UWMC-Montlake is the premier choice for imaging in the Pacific Northwest. Our combination of expertise, service and commitment to providing the latest imaging technology offers comprehensive diagnostic support for the patient and their family.
From basic screening tests to cutting-edge procedures, our state-of-the art equipment, skilled technologists and diverse, world-class academic radiologists deliver timely, accurate results.
All of UW Medicine’s radiologists are board-certified and specialize in a variety of areas such as neuroradiology, body radiology, interventional radiology, musculoskeletal radiology, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, mammography and chest radiology. Imaging findings are integrated with all clinical data to generate comprehensive and actionable patient assessments.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assists with solving daily issues such as equipment problems, staff assignments, and  physician questions
• Regularly assigns, instructs and checks the work of fellow technologists, students, and staff
• Is proactive with staff, looks for issues and potential problems.
• Demonstrates good communication skills between staff and faculty.
• Creates supportive working and learning environment
• Provides leadership in the absence of the Imaging Supervisor
• Assigns and monitors daily tech duties
• Delegates duties to cover sick leave, vacations
• Demonstrates competency in evaluation of technologist’s work
• Able to perform quality control tests
• Able to initiate service call and trouble shoot minor problems
• Ensure coverage for lunches
• Lead up to 5 Imaging Techs at any given time
• Ability to use Kronos,  monitor time cards and make corrections if needed
• Perform all duties of Imaging Technologist - CT.

Additional General CT Tec Responsibilities:
• Review patient medical history present on exam requests and consult with physician as necessary.
• Prepare patient for examination; counsel patient regarding safety factors and risks of examination.
• Provide localization parameters for highly complex Neurosurgical procedures.
• Coordinate the administration of sedation to patients when necessary; under the direction of a
physician, administers contrast media.

• Participate in formal training programs for residents, fellows and student Computed Imaging
Technologists.
• Perform calibration tests, adjust and maintain all equipment.
• Maintain inventory of supplies to be ordered and submit order requests to Supervisor.
- Competitive candidates will be able to operate the following equipment/systems:  Computed Radiography equipment, CT workstations, PACS, the hospital information system, and the Radiology Information System; able to print and retrieve images; can implement downtime procedures as needed.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training program in an AMA approved school; registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) And one year of experience in applicable modality OR A minimum of 6 months of technical experience in the applicable modality AND previous leadership experience
OR equivalent education/experience.
- Certified by the State of Washington as a Radiologic Technologist.

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.
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ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.