What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Supervisor - Interventional Radiology position at Duke?
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About Duke University Hospital
Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.
Seeking a positive and effective leader with exceptional leadership, as well technical expertise, and collaborative qualities across disciplines (nursing, medical imaging professionals, radiologists) to continually improve the infrastructure of Interventional Radiology. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication, critical thinking skills, and problem solving, while promoting the highest quality patient care. This person should be one who strives for excellence and leads by example of the Duke Health Values.
The Radiology Supervisor for Interventional Radiology must be a strong advocate for patients and the team they lead. They need to be technologically savvy, able to troubleshoot and solve the most difficult challenges, promote a supportive and positive work culture and foster continuous process improvement efforts.
This is a leadership position, rotating 8-hours per day, 40 hours per week; to include possibility of call, weekends, holidays, and inclement weather. This role includes management of the Interventional Radiology areas of CT, Neuro, Vascular, Ultrasound, and Scheduling.
Team leader experience and active ARRT, ARDMS, and/or CNMT credentials required; procedural experience preferred.
Duties and Responsibilities of this Level
- Supervise and participate in complex technical activities associated with the operation of modality-specific equipment in specific areas of the Imaging Department in accordance with prescribed safety procedures.
- Plan and schedule work for the assigned unit ensuring proper distribution of assignments and adequate staffing, space and facilities for subsequent performance of duties.
- Schedule patients for imaging examinations; set up and explain imaging procedures; position patients for each anatomical view specified using positioning assistance devices and protective equipment as required; report any changes in patient's condition to attending physician.
- Perform limited evaluation of imaging examinations in order to determine the need for additional projections.
- Assist in the formulation and revision of technique charts and/or protocols to maintain established standards of image quality and/or maintenance of ALARA.
- Review and compile as needed statistical reports and analyses reflecting operational activities.
- Provide technical assistance, instruction and consultation to students and employees. Recommend various personnel actions including, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, promotions, transfers, and vacation schedules.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education
Work requires required registry/certification in applicable imaging modality - American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) registry or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB).
Experience
Four years of experience in an imaging modality (Radiologic Tech, MR, CT, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine, Sonography, Interventional Radiology) is required. Two years of team leader or applicable supervisory experience is preferred.
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
Certification as prescribed by ARRT, ARDMS/CCI, and/or NMTCB.
BLS certification
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Supervision
Scheduling
Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level
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