Lead Mammography Technologist – Women's Imaging Center – Maryview Medical Center

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Portsmouth, VA

4d • Onsite

About The 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.

Requirements

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in Diagnostic Radiology (required)
• Advanced modality registration in Mammography, ARRT (required)
• Two years' experience as a registered mammography technologist (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)

Nice To Haves

• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• Two years' experience as a lead radiologic technologist (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree