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Department/Unit:

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:

$78,773.63 - $122,099.12

The Lead CT Technologist, under the direction of the Medical Director, the Manager and Radiologist serves as the clinical expert in their practicing modality. The CT scan Lead Technologist works with the Radiologist to determine appropriate methods of performing CT scan procedures. The Lead CT Technologist, under the direction of the Medical Director and/or Section Head, the Manager and the Radiologist performs technical procedures and assists in the clinical evaluation and care of the patients in a fast-paced, Level I Trauma and Academic Medical Center at a level not requiring supervision. The Lead CT Technologist utilizes their specific modality to create diagnostic images and provides their patients with a safe and positive experience. Technologists support teaching and continue learning as the technology changes for both themselves and others. In addition to trauma and emergency room scanning, the Lead CT Technologist performs CT exams on outpatients, inpatients (both stable and those receiving intensive care), research patients and those patients requiring specialized CT scan-guided procedures. The Lead CT Technologist practices and enforces the radiation safety measures in New York State Department of Health code part 16.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Maintains clinical expertise in Computed Tomography (CT scan).

+ In conjunction with the Medical Section Head and modality Manager, develops, implements and evaluates standards of patient care, imaging and clinical policies.

+ Strives to grow and develop, creating a professional, progressive Imaging department with a positive atmosphere.

+ Practices in compliance with Hospital /department policy as well as New York state and accrediting agency's standards.

+ Assists Physicians in all aspects of procedures in their assigned area.

+ Provides a safe and positive experience for the patient.

+ On-call responsibility, if applicable.

+ Rotates through Main Department and all satellite areas.

+ Acts as a mentor and preceptor to new staff and students.

+ Actively supports AMCH and the imaging department in maintaining proper accreditations.

+ Enters patient data into computer systems accurately.

+ QA’s images and patient information for accuracy prior to sending to PACS.

+ Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the age and special characteristics of the patient.

+ Obtains peripheral IV access and injects contrast material, where required.

+ Demonstrates professionalism in aiding patients in all aspects of radiologic procedures of assigned areas. Is responsible for patient safety and comfort. Consistently organizes patient care based upon knowledge of the patient’s needs and capabilities of the staff.

+ Responsible for orientation and training of staff in primary clinical areas.

+ Assists staff to identify facts that interfere with effective care delivery and recommends solutions to the manager and medical section Heads.

+ Collaborates with appropriate personnel to plan and assure optimal allocation of resources.

+ Assists the manager weekly in completion of Kronos responsibilities, when necessary.

+ Assists the manager in the preparation of employee performance appraisals.

+ Maintains order and cleanliness in the department; responsible for the condition of the rooms after use and ensures the adequate supplies are available to facilitate the efficiency of other technologies and the entire departmental operations.

+ Ensure technical and professional education of orienting staff and students, recommends when additional training is needed.

+ Participates in supervisory duties and other duties assigned by Manager.

+ Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

+ High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required

+ Graduate of an approved two-year AMA Radiologic Technology School - required

+ Bachelor's Degree - preferred

+ 5+ years-experience in Computed Tomography (CT scan). - required

+ Communicates cooperatively and effectively to patients, family members, employees, and others.

+ Engages in interactive dialogues with the multidisciplinary team.

+ Seeks out the input of others to achieve consensus.

+ Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.

+ Documents patient care on established forms.

+ Problem-solves, performs exams, and interprets data.

+ Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

+ Ability to compute rate, ration, and percent.

+ Ability to be honest, to be punctual, and to perform the job in adherence to the highest standards of ethical conduct as defined by AMC and the tenets of the profession.

+ Ability to be accurate in such matters as data entry, exam documentation, and to use good judgment when performing the functions of the job or when interacting with others.

+ Ability to accept direction, carry out orders, to work cooperatively with others and to avoid the creation of unnecessary conflict.

+ Ability to adhere to AMC’s policies, procedures, and practices, and to utilize AMC’s problem-solving processes for resolving grievances or disagreements.

+ Ability to anticipate and resolve potential problems to ensure the continuity of appropriate patient care.

+ Ability to identify problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

+ Ability to improve job performance through continuing education.

+ ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists New York State Registration in Diagnostic Radiography or possess a limited permit to practice in the State of New York Upon Hire - required

+ ARRT Radiography Certification Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in both Radiologic Technology and Computed Tomography. Upon Hire - required

+ Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Professional Rescuer certification Upon Hire - required

Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Physical Demands

+ Standing - Constantly

+ Walking - Constantly

+ Sitting - Rarely

+ Lifting - Frequently

+ Carrying - Frequently

+ Pushing - Occasionally

+ Pulling - Occasionally

+ Climbing - Occasionally

+ Balancing - Occasionally

+ Stooping - Frequently

+ Kneeling - Frequently

+ Crouching - Frequently

+ Crawling - Occasionally

+ Reaching - Frequently

+ Handling - Frequently

+ Grasping - Frequently

+ Feeling - Constantly

+ Talking - Constantly

+ Hearing - Constantly

+ Repetitive Motions - Constantly

+ Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

Working Conditions

+ Extreme cold - Rarely

+ Extreme heat - Rarely

+ Humidity - Rarely

+ Wet - Rarely

+ Noise - Constantly

+ Hazards - Frequently

+ Temperature Change - Rarely

+ Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely

+ Vibration - Rarely

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!

Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!​

Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.