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Nemours is seeking a Lead Radiology Tech (Full-Time), to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Orlando, Florida.

**$2,500 Sign on Bonus offered (external applicants only)

Work Schedule: Shift is 5-8hr weekday evening shifts, Monday through Friday, 2:30p-11p

Located in Orlando, Fla., Nemours Children's Hospital is the newest addition to the Nemours integrated healthcare system. Our 130-bed pediatric hospital also features the area's only 24-hour Emergency Department designed just for kids as well as outpatient pediatric clinics including several specialties previously unavailable in the region. A hospital designed by families for families, Nemours Children's Hospital blends the healing power of nature with the latest in healthcare innovation to deliver world-class care to the children of Central Florida and beyond. In keeping with our goal of bringing Nemours care into the communities we serve, we also provide specialty outpatient care in several clinics located throughout the region.

The Lead Radiology Technologist will perform diagnostic radiology procedures under the direction of a physician with established methods and procedures and is responsible for patient care, quality control and improvement activities, and proper operation of all general diagnostic equipment and direct supervision of radiologic technologists. The Lead Radiology technologist should report to the Radiology Manager or Radiology Supervisor.

Responsible for participation in departmental and hospital programs for Quality Assessment and Improvement, identifying opportunities to improve services, making recommendations and implementing actions as appropriate and consistent with the goals of the Nemours Foundation.

• Participates in departmental and hospital programs for Quality Assessment and Improvement, identifying opportunities to improve services, making recommendations and implementing actions as appropriate and consistent with the goals of the Nemours Foundation.
• Responsible for patient/caregiver interactions and provides accurate preparation instructions to patient/caregiver with the ability to answer pertinent procedural questions. Responsible for coordinating and resolving medical imaging patient issues including scheduling issues.
• Knowledge of Diagnostic Imaging protocols, radiation safety and a working knowledge of all radiology equipment. Demonstrates knowledge of routine and specialized diagnostic imaging protocols. Is proficient in performing studies in all areas of Diagnostic Radiology.
• Responsible for patient identification, proper identification of all images, PACS interaction and documentation. Operates hospital computer system for patient data entry and retrieval. Actively participates in upgrades in processes to develop as a leader and instructor.
• Responsible for staffing, schedules and helps facilitate staff meetings.
• Responsible for oversight of daily staff activities including area assignments, lunch breaks, and flexing staff during slow hours.
• Oversees the performance of the radiology technologists assigned. Provides feedback and insight for annual evaluations.
• Evaluates all staff technologist's images for technical quality. Performs Quality Assessment, provides feedback and education for improvement.
• Ensures proper function of equipment by proper usage and maintenance. Reports unsafe conditions and incidents.
• Good Communication skills are required. In addition to accepting feedback, asking questions and active communication with counterparts and all departments. Must have the ability to work well with others, acts as a team member. Ability to work independently and engage in critical thinking to improve the quality of care.

Job Requirements

• Associate's Degree required.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience required.
• State of Florida Radiology Technologist License required.
• ARRT Registration required.
• American Heart Association BLS Certification required.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

**$2,500 Sign on Bonus offered (external applicants only)