Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor

Company: HCA Healthcare
Location: El Paso
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

Description IntroductionLast year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor with Las Palmas Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!BenefitsLas Palmas Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
  
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
  Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
  
  Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Las Palmas Medical Center family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!Job Summary and QualificationsPOSITION SUMMARY:Effectively and efficiently coordinates the daily operations and patient flow. Responsible for evaluating and coordinating staffing needs. Maintains adequate levels of patient care supplies to support clinical, service, fiscal and employee excellence. Works collaboratively with all supervisors in accomplishing goals. Works collaboratively with manager to resolve issues as they arise. Communicates issue resolutions in a timely manner. Works with other departments to ensure safety, efficiency, and functionality.POPULATION SERVED:Core competencies will be assessed primarily on the following patient population(s) served: neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Operates CT equipment to make scans of designated portions of body. Adjusts equipment and patient to correct positions for each examination. Instructs and explains procedures to patients. Selects proper technical factors, on an individual patient basis.
  • Performs reconstruction and special processing of data. Evaluates completed radiographs/scans for positioning, technique and adequacy of examination.
  • Closely observes patients, performs first aid, as necessary, confers with physician when requested exams appear at odds with the patient's condition, and generally, maintains an acute awareness of any patient under his/her control.
  • Performs a variety of clerical tasks to include: inputting/editing exams, sending exams for reports, completion of requisitions, etc.
  • Records and maintains data on EHR, PACS and logs. Responsible for correct identification of exam, including side and radiological factors.
  • Demonstrates Customer Service/ ICARE principles and behaviors appropriately.
  • Arranges attachments or adjusts immobilization and supportive devices to obtain precise position, prevent motion and aid in patient comfort.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge regarding developments in trends and techniques of diagnostic CT Scan by reading technical journals, participating in in-service education programs, attending conferences, etc.
  • Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness, including provision for the contamination-free condition of rooms, equipment and personnel.
  • Adheres to prescribed standards of Radiation Safety & ALARA; participates in the Process Improvement and safety programs.
  • Ensures appropriate recording of hours worked, adhering to hospital attendance policy.
  • Provides leadership and supervision of the technical staff to provide for the production of high quality radiologic work. Provides leadership and supervision of non-technical staff in assigned section to provide for orderly workflow and quality performance of duties.
  • Interviews applicants, recommends new hires, promotes and terminates employment under the guidance of the Director, and in accordance with Human Resources and Corporate Policies and regulations.
  • Initiates counseling sessions in accordance with Positive Performance guidelines. Reports and documents problems relating to staffing morale, work, methods, procedures, transfers, and recommends action in all personnel matter for those personnel assigned, in consultation with the Director of Imaging Services.
  • Participates in and oversees ongoing program to provide for an organized & regulatory compliant atmosphere and pleasant appearance of the physical department, especially in those areas accessible to patients.
  • Monitors condition, care and maintenance of diagnostic equipment. Provides for documentation of problems, response time of service organization and completion of repair. Deals directly with service organizations to ensure adequate equipment care according to established parameters.
  • Other duties as assigned.LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS (Required)
    
    • ARRT Registration as a Radiologic Technologist with CT certification
    • Texas State License as MRT
    • Certified in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) with AHA (American Heart Association)EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
      • Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology Program
      • Knowledge of axial anatomy and experience in special procedures, i.e. biopsies, drainages
      • Three years of supervisory experience (Preferred)This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).Las Palmas Medical Centeris a 300+ bed full-service hospital in El Paso. It is home to the region's only kidney transplant center. The facility offers a range of services including emergency care with a Level III trauma center, cardiac care, women's services, pediatric care and NICU, cancer care, and more. Las Palmas Medical Center is part of Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare. We are a leading healthcare provider for El Paso and the surrounding region that is part of HCA Healthcare.
        
        HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
        
        HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Diagnostic Imaging Supervisor opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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