Lead Mammography Technologist - Imaging - St. Francis Medical Center

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Lead Mammography Tech manages the day-to-day operations of the mammography department by establishing practices and procedures as well as standardizing operations. They manage the accreditation of the hospital, equipment, technologist, and services under the MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act and Program) guidelines. They are responsible for related equipment, supply inventory, patient education and the continuum of patients care before, during, and after procedures. 

Essential Job Functions

•Coordinates all operations related to mammography services (e.g., scheduling service, safety, patient care, and equipment maintenance).                                                                                       

•Safely and proficiently performs all mammographic/ and related procedures and imaging.

•Oversees MQSA inspections, ACR (American College of Radiology) accreditations, Quality Control Program, Physicist Surveys, Equipment Maintenance, Technologist Certifications and education, and Policies and Procedures.

•Maintains proper staffing levels to meet workflow requirements; assists staff technologists with maintaining appropriate absenteeism and tardiness record.

•Supervises Mammography Technologists and students.

•Coordinates and implements components related to breast health care needs (e.g., BSE (breast self-examination) instructions, patient education, and patient grants and payment assistance).

•Provides excellent customer service for both internal and external customers.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Certification and Registration in Mammography, ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)  (required)                                                                                                              

 State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)

BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)                

Education

Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Work Experience

Two years' experience as a registered mammography technologist (required)                                       

Two years' experience as a lead radiologic technologist (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)

Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Language

None

Patient Population

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials

May have periods of constant interruptions

General office environment

                                              

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Frequency                                              0%                  1-33%                 34-66%                 67-100%

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)                                                                             x                                      

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)           x                                                                                                   

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)