Radiology Director jobs in South Carolina

POSITION SUMMARY

Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services, Inc, is seeking a Director of Radiology to oversee an entire radiology department. The director will direct and coordinate activities of a radiology or diagnostic imaging department. review work schedules and assign duties to workers to maintain patient flow and achieve production goals. Oversees staff in operation of imaging equipment, such as x-ray machine, mammography and ultrasound.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Greets patients by confirming patient identification, reviewing imaging request, checking for special instructions, confirming anticipated service with patients.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of imaging procedures, explaining equipment, answering questions
• Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms, instructing patient to hold breath
• Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing protection techniques
• Maintains production and quality of mammograms by following established standards and procedures; developing mammograms; observing mammogram results; determining necessary adjustments for optimum results; retaking mammograms as   required; forwarding completed   studies to radiologist for interpretation and x-rays.
• Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance; instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories
• Keeps mammography supplies and patient drapes ready by inventorying stock; placing orders
• Maintains safe, secure and healthy work environment
• Must be familiar and have experience with electronic medical records. Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting
• Accountable for adherence to state and federal rules and regulations on safety and quality assurance
• Ensures compliance with MQSA, federal, state and local agencies
• Perform mammograms and x-rays at BJHCHS facilities  
• Periodically reviews image quality and exam protocols
• Maintain accurate department records, reports and files for equipment for the three clinics

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a field that covers radiology
• Three to Five years of work and managerial experiences
• Current registration through American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) and SCRQSA
• At least 8 hours of training om 2D/3D mammogram, Hologic qualified preferred
• Current BLS-CPR certification required
• The ability to perform quality control procedures
• Evaluate accuracy and quality of images and provides technical assistance to staff