Mammographer Lead - FT

Coffey Health System•Burlington, KS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction of the Radiology Supervisor performs procedures to assist in a diagnosis. Works effectively with patients, patients’ families and maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental personnel. Performs procedures as prescribed by a physician. Performs a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammography radiographic equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate. Demonstrates proficiency in performing all breast imaging procedures, including additional, spot compression and magnification images. Explains procedures to patients. Ensures that all patient communications required by MQSA/FDA/ACR are sent in a timely manner and recorded in the mammography records. This includes reports, recall letters, reminder letters, biopsy reports etc. Evaluates image data for diagnostic quality obtaining additional images as needed. Charts and completes charges related to mammography procedures and supplies in hospital billing system. Operates current EMR (Meditech) proficiently Provides preventive maintenance to equipment and monitors its operation. Performs the quality control functions related to mammography. Actively participates in the quality-assurance monitoring and recording efforts of the department. Provide orientation to new and student mammographer’s. Assist in maintenance and compilation of statistical data including; biopsy reports, surgical reports, etc. Maintains all necessary documentation for ACR and FDA accreditation processes. Must maintain requirements for Mammography registration including 15 CEUs in Mammography every 3 years and required annual number of mammogram procedures Work on the next day’s mammography schedule by: Locating prior exams / sending them to radiologists; ensure old reports are available; prepare prior exams for radiologists by marking for comparison; review next schedule for orders if needed; etc. Actively participate in all aspects of imaging department when there is no mammography-related work: i.e., answer phones; burn CDs; log in patients; scheduling; etc. Maintain and promote a positive attitude toward clients and their treatment programs. Comply with the personnel policies, department policies and CHS Code of Conduct. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of an ARRT-approved educational program
Registration with State of Kansas and ARRT
Current BLS Certification
Mammography Certification
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and address questions from residents, family members, medical staff, other employees, and the general public.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Responsibilities

Performs procedures as prescribed by a physician.
Performs a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammography radiographic equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate.
Demonstrates proficiency in performing all breast imaging procedures, including additional, spot compression and magnification images.
Explains procedures to patients.
Ensures that all patient communications required by MQSA/FDA/ACR are sent in a timely manner and recorded in the mammography records.
Evaluates image data for diagnostic quality obtaining additional images as needed.
Charts and completes charges related to mammography procedures and supplies in hospital billing system.
Operates current EMR (Meditech) proficiently
Provides preventive maintenance to equipment and monitors its operation.
Performs the quality control functions related to mammography.
Actively participates in the quality-assurance monitoring and recording efforts of the department.
Provide orientation to new and student mammographer’s.
Assist in maintenance and compilation of statistical data including; biopsy reports, surgical reports, etc.
Maintains all necessary documentation for ACR and FDA accreditation processes.
Must maintain requirements for Mammography registration including 15 CEUs in Mammography every 3 years and required annual number of mammogram procedures
Work on the next day’s mammography schedule by: Locating prior exams / sending them to radiologists; ensure old reports are available; prepare prior exams for radiologists by marking for comparison; review next schedule for orders if needed; etc.
Actively participate in all aspects of imaging department when there is no mammography-related work: i.e., answer phones; burn CDs; log in patients; scheduling; etc.
Maintain and promote a positive attitude toward clients and their treatment programs.
Comply with the personnel policies, department policies and CHS Code of Conduct.