Lead Mammography Technologist

RAYUS Radiology•Sartell, MN

6h•Onsite

About The Position

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Lead Mammography Technologist to join their team. This role provides leadership and management to technologists in assigned modalities, focusing on a patient-centered approach to deliver Mammography services with excellent customer service. The Lead Technologist will guide patients through procedures, answer questions, and act as a resource for the team. This is a full-time position working in mammography, xray, and dexa Monday-Friday, with various 8-hour shifts between 7:30 am and 5:00 pm. There is also an option for part-time work (30-39 hours) with benefit eligibility.

Requirements

ARRT registered technologist, current and in good standing
4+ years imaging experience, with demonstrated ability to serve as a resource to others and identify and implement process improvement opportunities
Graduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography
Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Must have training and experience sufficient to competently perform advanced Mammography procedures independently with highest quality
Certification in imaging specialty
Must have continuing CEU's in modality as required by MQSA or state specific

Nice To Haves

Bilingual
Works in multiple modalities and/or has multi-modality certifications
Prior supervisory or leadership experience

Responsibilities

Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure
Explains and prepares patients for Mammography imaging procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately
Performs routine and advanced Mammography imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
Adjusts Mammography scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate
Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologist, referring customers and other associates and peers
Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect yourself, your patients, and coworkers
Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers
Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements
Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use
Ensures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines
Assists in the hiring process for new associates
Coordinates the training and onboarding of new associates
Leads regular team meetings and associates one-on-ones
Monitors and approves timecards
Initiates and participates in performance reviews, development, and performance management of associates
Develops associate schedules to provide for planned time off, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and adequate coverage
Evaluates workflow and implements process improvements for the team
Ensures team has knowledge of company and department policies and corresponding procedures are in place
Supports associates ensuring highest level of patient satisfaction
Leads special projects and/or committees, as assigned
Manages other departments in the absence of manager or peers and coordinates schedule to ensure appropriate coverage
Completes other tasks as assigned