Mammography Technologist Lead

Advocate Aurora Health • Kenosha, WI

310d • $37 - $56

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist Lead position at Advocate Health involves overseeing the mammography department, acting as a resource for employees and students, and ensuring high-quality patient care. The role includes training and orienting staff, monitoring productivity, and managing department resources. The lead technologist will also perform advanced mammography examinations, maintain records, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This position requires a strong commitment to patient care and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments.

Requirements

• Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin.
• Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Mammography (M) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) to be obtained within 6 months.
• Advanced training beyond High School in Radiologic Technology.
• Typically requires 5 years of experience in mammography as a technologist.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and radiation safety.
• Advanced knowledge of accreditation policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership skills such as delegation and team building.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a resource to employees and students, providing training and day-to-day work direction.
• Assists with human resource responsibilities, including interviewing and selection of new employees.
• Interprets department policies and procedures, advising staff on changes.
• Identifies performance improvement opportunities and facilitates change.
• Serves as a technical resource and role model for students and staff.
• Performs basic to advanced mammography examinations and reviews patient medical records.
• Evaluates mammographic images for quality and accuracy.
• Maintains records in accordance with regulatory agencies and enters patient information into the radiology information system.
• Identifies equipment performance issues and performs quality assurance tests.
• Performs patient positioning and transporting duties.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

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