Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist directs the Diagnostic Imaging Department's operations including nuclear medicine, MRI, radiology, computer-assisted tomography and ultrasound. Supervises new testing procedures and related protocol. Being a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist regulates the maintenance of departmental facilities, supplies, equipment, and material in a manner to promote health, comfort, and efficiency. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
This position would require one day a week in Truckee
Bargaining Unit: EAP
Rate of Pay: $49.66/hour DOE
Summary
Performs all duties of the Staff Radiologic position with additional responsibilities for being competent in CAT scan, Special Procedures and Surgical Imaging Procedures. Under the general supervision of the Radiologist, conducts daily operations of the CAT scan and/or Special Procedures Department to include venipuncture for contrast injections.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities.
Minimum Education/Experience
Certificate of completion from college or vocational school Successful completion of a Radiologic Technologist Program (College or Institutional Program) approved by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The college program will grant a minimum of an Associate’s Degree (A.S.) or Radiologic Technology program or equivalent.
1-2 years relevant experience
Required Licenses/Certifications
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiography (ARRT-R) - Upon hire
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Computed Tomography (CT) - Within 6 months of hire into job
California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) RH - Upon hire
California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) RHF (Satisfies CRT RHT requirement) - Within 6 months of hire into job
Nevada Radiologic Technologist (not limited license) - Within 3 months of hire into job (All staff required to have both CA and NV)
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers - Upon hire
BLS: Employee will be enrolled in the Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) Basic Life Support (BLS) Entry or Prep Curriculum (depending on their previous BLS certification). Within 3 months of hire into job
Other Experience/Qualifications
None