Mammography Technologist Lead/Quality Control - Wailuku HI

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Wailuku, HI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct and indirect supervision, the Mammography Technologist Lead/Quality Control performs mammography and DEXA examinations with physician supervision and is responsible for monitoring and quality control of mammographic and DEXA studies. The role monitors and assists with the technical operation of the Mammography and DEXA subsection, coordinates workflow, assumes control of assigned areas, and manages facility quality control initiatives. The position performs and supports patient examinations and procedures, maintains image quality and equipment performance, ensures safety and accurate documentation, and provides compassionate patient care. The Lead also helps orient and train staff, evaluates productivity and patient-care performance, and reports operational or personnel concerns to the manager. This is a full-time, onsite role in Wailuku, Hawaii, with a weekday day shift of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Relocation is not provided, and candidates must be available locally to begin work.

Requirements

At least three years of mammography experience.
Associate degree in radiologic technology, or two years of experience in a directly related field.
Specialty training in the technical and interpretive aspects of mammography.
Hawaii Radiographer License required at hire.
Basic Life Support certification required at hire.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate – Mammography Technologist required at hire.
Ability to coordinate the work of others.

Nice To Haves

Team Leader experience.
MQSA and/or ACR Quality Control experience in a high-volume setting.
Teaching or training experience.
Training in MQSA and ACR Quality Control initiatives.

Responsibilities

Monitor the technical and clinical performance of mammographers in the Mammography and DEXA section and assist staff as needed.
Maintain responsibility for quality control procedures for the assigned Mammography and DEXA section and manage facility QC initiatives.
Complete patient history/breast assessment or DEXA fracture assessment forms and transmit them into the Radiology PACS system.
Perform mammography and DEXA studies and procedures, including positioning patients, applying compression, providing immobilization, and offering patient counseling.
Select technical factors and protocols to produce optimum images for each patient.
Review orders with peers and consult attending Radiologists as needed.
Maintain daily records of examinations performed.
Perform stereotactic biopsy procedures when applicable; remain proficient in breast localizations and stereotactic breast biopsy when applicable.
Follow National Patient Safety Goals; receive and double-identify patients using appropriate criteria before examinations.
Ensure accurate information and data entry, patient privacy and confidentiality, and required documentation in the Radiology Information System (RIS).
Prepare sterile fields and floor-stock medications as directed; ensure the sterility of packs, trays, and disposables, and maintain adequate procedure supplies.
Assist radiologists during examinations and procedures, including capturing specific mammography images and assisting with biopsy specimen collection.
Operate mammography and DEXA systems and perform required system quality control, including assigned daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual tests.
Maintain FDA and MQSA records and follow guidelines to meet accreditation standards.
Post-process and perform quality control of mammography and DEXA images, prepare images for Radiologist interpretation, and transmit images to the Diagnostic Imaging PACS system.
Maintain working knowledge of department equipment and devices; recognize, correct, or report equipment malfunctions to a Service Engineer and/or Physicist.
Monitor patient flow, help resolve schedule conflicts, advise receptionists on schedule revisions, and support efficient patient throughput.
Attend to patient needs during procedures, communicate in a fear- and stress-reducing manner, explain procedures, answer questions, and provide encouragement and compassionate care.
Dismiss patients for transport or assist with patient transport after procedures.
Provide safety instructions to patients, family members, and hospital staff and ensure appropriate safety precautions are followed.
Apply ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure and capture and record radiation dose delivered during procedures.
Function as part of the resuscitation team during Code Blue and/or Rapid Response Team situations.
Orient and train new personnel on subsection operations and train mammographers in image quality and adherence to departmental rules, standards, and protocols.
Maintain competency to serve as a resource for teaching and training; pursue continuing education.
Maintain materials and linen supplies and keep the assigned room orderly and clean.
Attend departmental meetings and in-service presentations as required, or read and initial meeting minutes when excused from attendance.
Evaluate productivity and patient-care performance, report substandard performance appropriately, and advise the manager of actual or potential issues involving discipline, morale, technical competency, or interpersonal relations.