RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST SUPERVISOR 43144

8/16/90 C

This is the first class in the Radiologic Technologist Supervisory series. Positions in this class supervise the day-to-day operation within a small radiology department or a special procedures unit and also perform special radiological procedures to include taking and developing diagnostic radiographs, and administering radiation therapy. This class is distinguished from the Radiologic Technologist Senior by its responsibilities as a working supervisor.

Complexity of Work: Performs work of unusual difficulty in the supervision of activities and personnel in a radiology laboratory as well as performing diagnostic radiologic examinations. Incumbents normally work along with Radiologic Technicians in monitoring radiographic equipment and demonstrating proper techniques and positioning in complex procedures. Typical duties includes performing diagnostic examinations, studies, and special procedures such as MRI, CT, Tomographic, IVP, IVC, Cysto, and Whole Body Scanner. Coordinates patient load; monitors patient transport to and from radiology department; determines protocols to be used; and oversees quality of patient care. Performs quality control of radiographs, cassettes, and equipment; ensures cleanliness of area; maintains patient records; and monitors charges for radiological procedures. Compiles reports on numbers of patients and types of procedures performed. Maintains supply inventory and reorders as necessary. Trains technicians, students and aides in the operation of equipment, methods of patient care, radiological techniques and positioning ethics. May assist physicians with research or in special procedures.

Supervision Given: Serves as working supervisor to Radiologic Technologists and support personnel.

Supervision Received: Works under general supervision of a higher level clinical manager or director.

Scope: Positions in this class ensure that quality diagnostic radiographs are obtained in special radiological procedures and that patients are provided quality care.

Impact of Actions: Work has a serious impact on individual patient care and protection from unnecessary radiation exposure. Failure to perform proper procedures or maintain a safe radiologic environment could result in improper treatment or harmful radiation exposure.

Personal Contacts: Frequent internal contacts with physicians and clinical personnel. Frequent external contacts with patients for diagnostic tests and with students for training.

Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of use of specialized radiographic equipment and diagnostic procedures, and of the principles and application of radiation protection.

Skills: None identified for this class.

Abilities: Demonstrated ability to supervise and perform radiographic procedures; to evaluate radiographs for technical quality; to deliver patient care in accordance with departmental and hospital policies; and to supervise, instruct, and evaluate junior technicians and students.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE*

Licenses or Certification: Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists may be required.

Education or Training: Graduation from an accredited college or equivalent, or with major course work in radiologic technology.

Level and Type of Experience: Extensive experience as a radiologic technologist which included leadership responsibilities.

An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.

This class was revised by the Classification Review/Specification Update Program, effective August 16, 1990.