Resource Coordinator-CT and MRI Full Time Days

Company Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees.

Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description **This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week located at our Grayslake Outpatient Center and Freestanding ER supporting the CT and MRI department. This role may require rotating shifts to help provide staffing coverage as well as possible holiday coverage as needed. Ideal applicant will have prior experience in CT. ** The   Resource Coordinator Diagnostic Imaging    reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities: Assists with the selection of new team members. Conducts orientation and training of new and existing staff. Monitors the orientation of staff and identifies further instructional needs. Assist with scheduling staff for adequate coverage to meet the needs of the department; maintains attendance records. Prioritizes, assigns and reviews work; provides feedback to the manager regarding staff performance.

Assists the manager in establishing and evaluating performance expectations for staff. Serves as a resource to staff as it relates to patient evaluation and quality of service performed in the Imaging modalities. Ensures staffing levels which meet department guidelines; ensures optimal department coverage and minimal overtime. Monitors utilization of supplies and equipment for optimal efficiency and cost containment; orders and maintains supplies used in the department.

Coordinates equipment maintenance and repairs; assists with recommendations regarding the acquisition of new equipment. Supports quality assurance programs for the department. Enforces policies and procedures; assists in updating and developing procedure manuals and protocols for CT, MRI and X-ray. Coordinates patient flow through department; resolves scheduling issues. Monitors and maintains the quality of films and services produced in CT, MRI and X-ray modalities.

Monitors charges and tracks financial performance in CT, MRI, and X-Ray modalities. Positions and immobilizes patient on examining table. Administers contrast media orally or intravenously; gathers pertinent information from patient, patient's chart and radiology folder to determine risk factors for IV contrast. Enters data such as type of scan, slice thickness, scan time and other technical data into computer.

Communicates with patient before and during procedure; monitors safety, comfort and level of sedation. Views images of organs or tissue on video display screen to ensure quality of pictures; produces radiographs. Evaluates radiographs, video tape and computer generated information for technical quality. Calibrates the CT and laser. Serves as a lead person for ACR Accreditation in CT and MRI. Maintains CT and MRI QC records.

Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Education: 2 to 3 years of undergraduate education or equivalent Certification: ARRT IEMA BLS through American Heart Association Experience:   3 to 5 years of related work experience Preferred : ARRT registry in CT or MRI Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disabili