Chief Radiologic Technologist

I. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Formulates the operational plan for the Radiology Department.
• Monitors the implementation of the hospital and Rad Tech policies and procedures.
• Plans, assigns, supervises and reviews work of staff involved in Radiology, Ultrasound, CT Scan and other X-Ray services
• Supervises as well as performs diagnostic imaging studies under the direction/supervision of a Radiologist
• Ensures that all procedures are conducted in a safe manner, i.e., venipuncture, contrast administration, and invasive procedures.
• Establishes priorities for evaluation or research development and monitors progress; assists in compilation of statistical data for departmental evaluation purposes.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information
• Counterchecks plans for patient care and sees to it that they are properly implemented.
• Coordinates with the staff for the requisition of supplies needed to operate the unit and prepares purchase requisition form of supply
• Recommends new equipment, equipment modification, and crucial construction to the department head.
• Conducts regular inspection of records, stocks, supplies and equipment to determine and ensure completeness.
• Prepares monthly income report and monthly inventory of supply of the unit
• Ensures preventive maintenance and calibration of equipment from the suppliers
• Assesses the quality of the images produced
• Coordinates and supervises the implementation of doctor's requests before, during and after each procedure
• Coordinates requests for radiologic services
• Prepares monthly census and analysis of the departments
• Prepares annual budget and target
• Prepares benchmarking and cost analysis of radiologic procedures
• Assists in the development of administrative and operational policies, procedures and regulations.
• Coordinates activities with departmental staff to assure maximum effect, minimize duplication and enhance better utilization of resources.
• Handles immediate concerns and complaints of doctors, patients and other customers
• Takes lead role in the provision of adequate and safe environment for patients and the personnel
• Makes rounds or inspects work area for cleanliness, safety, comfort and provide assistance when necessary
• Makes recommendations regarding hiring, discipline and promotions of subordinates
• Authorizes leaves and overtimes
• Evaluates and rates employee performance.
• Monitors staff performance to ensure that the highest level of care with the least amount of radiation exposure is being administered to patients.
• Assists in the development of in-service training for Rad Tech Staff.
• Prepares reports regarding insubordination, patient complaint or any incident and submits it to the department head
• Plans monthly schedule and work assignments of staff which include weekly rotation to the different tasks at the department and rest days.
• Orients newly hired staffs
• Performs duties of radiologic technologist staff as needed
• Subject to "on Call" as the need arises
• Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person