Supervisor, Nuclear Medicine

Company: Albany Medical Center
Location: Athens
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Department/Unit: Nuclear Medicine Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: Min $38.53/hr - Max $63.58/hr The Supervisor of Nuclear Medicine will work under the direction of the Medical Director and/or Section Head in Nuclear Medicine managing the staff while also performing procedures and assisting in the clinical evaluation and care of the patients. The position utilizes nuclear medicine to create diagnostic images and provide their patients with a safe positive experience, supports teaching and continues learning as the technology changes for both themselves and others. The Supervisor will cover day to day operations in both Hospital and outpatient area which includes all administrative activities of the department including development and preparation of budgets, reports, documents, payroll records, statistical surveys, and other required data. The successful Supervisor will also assist in training of new staff, students and AMCH Radiology Residents. This position may be expected to cover call when scheduled and Holidays along with other Nuclear Medicine staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains competent imaging skills in practicing Nuclear Medicine and strives to grow and develop, creating a professional, progressive Imaging department with a positive atmosphere.
• Practices in compliance with Hospital /department policy as well as New York state and accrediting agency's standards.
• Assists Physicians in all aspects of procedures in their assigned area.
• Provides a safe positive experience for the patient.
• Actively supports AMCH and the Imaging department in maintaining proper accreditations.
• Acts as a mentor and preceptor to new staff and students.
• Enters patient data into computer systems accurately
• QAs images and patient information for accuracy prior to sending to PACs.
• Strives to keep his/her performance level up to the standards of management and leadership as set by Albany Medical Center.
• Responsible for interviewing and hiring all employees under his/her supervision.
• Responsible for preparation and review of employee performance assessments.
• Under the direction of the Administrative Director, is responsible for the administrative activities of the department including development and preparation of budgets, reports, documents, payroll records, statistical surveys and other required data and is responsible for their timely submission to Administration or other agencies.
• Will keep abreast of new procedures, equipment and methods, and will participate in their evaluation and application within departmental operations.
• Maintains and prepares master work schedules and assigns personnel appropriately for all areas.
• Ensures adequate staffing to cover sick, vacation, holiday and LOA time off.
• In conjunction with other Imaging personnel arranges for preventative maintenance, quality assurance testing, and repair of imaging and related equipment.
• Under the direction of the Administrative Director mediates individual problems related to staff, morale, procedures, salary adjustments, safety, and discipline.
• Performs Nuclear Medicine studies at least 50% of the time.
• Mediates individual problems and refers to the Administrative Director of Imaging and Related Services unresolved problems related to staff, morale, procedures, salary adjustments, safety and discipline.
• Responsible for the timely submission of payroll documentation on a weekly basis.
• Oversees departmental in-service program and the records of attendance and topics of each session.
• Conducts regular staff meetings.
• In conjunction with the Service Director evaluates technical services in Nuclear Medicine and along with the medical staff ensures standards of quality are maintained in accordance with those established by the Radiology Chairman and any state and federal regulations that apply.
• Will attend Hospital Committee meetings as necessary. Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree Science Degree in Management or related field - preferred
  • Satisfactory completion of a formal Nuclear Medicine Technology Program in an AMA approved school - required
  • 7-9 years experience in Nuclear Medicine - required
  • 1-3 years of demonstrated record of progressive responsibility - required
  • 4-6 years AMCH experience in PET/Spec CT - recommended
  • Must demonstrate Teaching skills and Patients for training Students/Staff and Residents.
  • Must demonstrate and support AMCH Cares Policy and Mission for not just the patients but for staff.
  • Computer skills/I-site/Syngo/Kronos - recommended
  • (N) ARDMS or ARRT - Nuclear Med Tech Upon Hire - required
  • CNMT - Certified Nuclear Med Tech Upon Hire - required Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!--- Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

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