Lead CT Technologist

Company: CARLE
Location: Bloomington
Posted on: May 22, 2023

Job Description:

Under supervision, the Lead CT Technologist oversees technical procedures, patient care and work flow in CT area to ensure safe and effective patient care. Performs computerized axial tomography procedures utilizing various imaging equipment and contrast material. Prepares and administers contrast material based on Carle policies and procedures. Responsible for initial and annual training and competencies.

• Performs all essential functions of the CT Technologist.
• Serves as a technical resource and subject matter expert for staff, management, and physicians in CT imaging.
• Oversees the patient schedule and workflow to maximum efficiency as established by department benchmarking. Coordinates staff coverage during unexpected high exam volumes as well as minimizing staff in times of low volumes.
• Performs or has input in staff scheduling and timecard edits based on the department guidelines.
• Participates in QA/QC programs. Directs personnel in maintaining standards set out by accrediting bodies, licensures and safety guidelines.
• Participates in scheduling of department's technical equipment service and/or maintenance.
• Develops training programs and evaluates technical skills of staff. Responsible for ensuring staff has completed new employee and annual employee competencies.
• Recommends to the coordinator/manager/director personnel actions for hires, promotions, transfers, discharges, performance evaluations, and disciplinary measures of staff.
• Participates in submitting information and imaging for accreditation following department guidelines for accreditation processing. Responsible for reporting timely updates to one up on progress.
• Aids in the annual review and periodic updates of department policies and protocols.
• Performs on call duties and/or work variable shifts as assigned to meet department needs.
• Performs coaching with staff and documents conversations. Performs record of conversation and progressive discipline at the direction of their one up.

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