Lead Mammographer

Pinnacle Health Systems•Somerset, PA

49d

About The Position

The Lead Mammographer performs advanced imaging procedures while coordinating departmental workflow, supporting educational initiatives, and mentoring staff. This is a working technologist role with leadership responsibilities to ensure efficient and high-quality operations. Eligible candidates may qualify for a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus (with a 2-year work commitment)

Requirements

3 years clinical experience as a registered mammography technologist with additional competencies in specialized imaging procedures.
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients in sensitive situations explaining procedures, providing instruction and providing comfort and support.
Analytical ability necessary to operate complex equipment, optimize image quality and minimize patient exposure to ionizing radiation.
Advanced skills and competency required to fulfill duties and responsibilities of invasive breast imaging procedures, breast sonography and/or bone densitometry.
Certification for breast sonography and/or bone densitometry.
Comprehensive knowledge of sterile technique and operation of complex equipment.
Maintain active 15 mammography credits every 3 years as defined by the Mammography Quality Standard Act.
ARRT Certificate
Breast sonography and/or bone densitometry certification required within 12 months of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
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Responsibilities

Coordinate daily workflow and staffing to meet patient volume, training needs, and coverage for absences.
Perform advanced mammography procedures in alignment with multi-skilled or specialist standards.
Monitor and manage supply inventory, ensuring timely ordering and restocking.
Promote a Culture of Service Excellence by mentoring staff and modeling professional behavior.
Address conflicts and sensitive situations using system-supported leadership tools.
Participate in recruitment interviews and provide input for annual performance evaluations.
Act as a resource and lead operational activities in the breast imaging center, especially in the absence of direct supervision
Oversee equipment maintenance and quality control testing to ensure compliance with ACR, FDA, and MQSA standards
Lead orientation and training for new hires, students, and medical personnel, ensuring timely completion of competencies
If required, demonstrate proper venipuncture technique and administer contrast media per department protocols.