Lead Mammography Technologist

Solis Mammography • Washington, DC

1h • $48 - $58 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Mammography Technologist performs imaging procedures to assist in diagnosing disease and injuries and supports the general operation of the office. The role is responsible for the daily clinical operations of assigned centers and contributes to organizational performance and the patient experience through outstanding care and efficient results.

The position performs mammography and assists with biopsies as needed; monitors clinical staffing; supports patient care, education, and complaint resolution; and assists with MQSA compliance, policies and procedures, supplies, and equipment service coordination. The Lead Technologist also serves as a clinical contact for physician offices and maintains confidentiality of patient and team member information.

The Lead Technologist manages clinical team members’ daily work, supports staffing coverage and team communication, participates in interviews and onboarding, communicates coaching and counseling opportunities to the center director, completes incident reports as needed, reports harassment or discrimination concerns to the center director of HR within eight hours, meets weekly with the center director, and participates in annual performance evaluation discussions.

Requirements

• Completion of a formal radiologic technologic technology training program.
• Current ARRT Mammography certification, or eligibility to take the advanced-level exam with documentation of clinical experience.
• Non-restricted licensure in the state of the work location; the license must be eligible for reimbursement.
• Strong desire to serve patients.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, pressure-oriented environment.
• Ability to follow direction with focused attention.
• Ability to maintain a calm, tactful demeanor when dealing with difficult situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to understand and communicate medical terminology.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two years of healthcare industry experience with ultrasound core and stereotactic biopsies preferred.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Prior experience with RIS/PACS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand, promote, and demonstrate the Solis Way.
• Perform mammography and/or assist with biopsies as needed.
• Monitor clinical staffing levels and ensure appropriate coverage.
• Provide excellent patient care, explain procedures, and provide education to new and existing clinical team members as needed.
• Handle patient complaints and escalate them as necessary.
• Assist the center director with MQSA compliance, including tracking, follow-up, and credentials.
• Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Ensure supplies are available to meet patient demand.
• Coordinate equipment service and maintenance as requested by the center director to minimize downtime.
• Serve as a point of contact for physician offices requiring clinical information and respond to requests within 24 hours.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and team member information.
• Manage clinical team members’ daily work and ensure compliance with company policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Maintain frequent communication and positive relationships with clinical team members.
• Participate in interviews and conduct onboarding orientation for new clinical team members.
• Communicate team member coaching and counseling opportunities to the center director.
• Complete incident reports as needed.
• Report harassment and/or discrimination issues to the center director of HR within eight hours.
• Meet weekly with the center director to review center activities and needs.
• Participate in annual performance evaluation discussions.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Backup child/adult care
• Sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 for qualified current Mammography Technologists (ARRT (M)); amount may vary based on experience, location, and qualifications.
• Relocation assistance for qualified technologists

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed