Lead Interventional Radiology Technologist - Pennsylvania Hospital

Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?Summary:

The Lead Interventional Radiology Technologist will work in conjunction with the Nurse Manager to provide leadership and administrative support. The Lead will successfully collaborate with nursing, providers and other clinical staff. The Lead promotes and ensures that the highest quality of care is provided to patients and families in the department. The lead technologist needs to be sure all of the employees work together as a team and routinely rotate through each area. The incumbent will be responsible for the coordination of all operational responsibilities for the department.

Responsibilities:

Direct patient care with call requirement

Supports IR technologists in department

Manages efficiency of day-to-day operations and oversees workflows

Inventory and budget management

Manages staff time cards and process payroll

Active communication and collaboration with IR nurses, attending physicians and APP

Participates in staff's education and development

Maintains and participates in performance improvement activities while assuring competency of all personnel.

Maintains efficient and effective section operation while requiring compliance with all TJC, state, federal and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols.

Credentials:

ARRT eligible and registered within one year of hire date required.

Basic Life Support Certification required.

Education or Equivalent Experience:

H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)

Satisfactory completion of an accredited Radiology Technology Program 3 years in Radiology preferred w/Interventional Radiology Experience required.

Bachelor of Arts or Science preferred.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.Live Your Life's WorkWe are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law. REQNUMBER: UPHS-INFOR-183522