Mobile Mammography Coordinator - Kelsey-Seybold Clinic: Main Campus

UnitedHealth Group•Houston, TX

1d•$35 - $63•Hybrid

About The Position

The Mobile Mammography Coordinator assists with overseeing the operational aspects of the mobile mammography program, including compliance, inspections, accreditation, and equipment and vehicle maintenance concerns. Serves as the primary contact for upcoming mobile coach events, works with Medical Imaging Scheduling team to fully utilize the resource, functions as a trainer, and reports employee training and performance concerns to Supervisor. The Mobile Mammography Coordinator functions as a working Mammography Technologist and Mobile Coach Driver as needed. Hours must be flexible with possible weekend hours. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED from an accredited program
Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
ARRT (R)(M)
MRT- General Certificate
BCLS certification through the American Heart Association
40 hours mammography training approved by the ARRT to meet the minimum initial FDA & TDH requirements for mammographers
3+ years of experience in mammography or 2+ years of KSC experience
Experience in mammography quality control
Working knowledge of mammography quality assurance measures and accreditation requirements
Proven ability to use computer keyboard
Proven excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to travel with mobile mammography coach to any location (within the Houston area) as scheduled
Valid Texas Driver’s License
Insurable driving record

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology
Experience performing stereotactic guided breast biopsies and/or DEXA
RIS experience
Bilingual
Commercial Driver’s License

Responsibilities

Upon the order of a qualified physician, performs diagnostic and/or screening mammography to include general radiographic studies, if applicable, according to policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC radiology department. Understands and applies technical principles affecting optimal production of radiographic images, as well as anatomical orientations and anomalies affecting proper positioning. Understands age related communication needs of patients and is able to effectively convey instructions to patients to facilitate the performance of mammographic, stereotactic, and or DEXA. Maintains an individual repeat rate of < 5%
Participates in Technical Quality Control measures which include performance of routine equipment maintenance and reporting malfunctions or variances of performance of all equipment to the appropriate supervisor or his/her designee in the supervisor’s absence. Able to perform mammography quality control tests, determine compliance with established standards and document results, instituting corrective action and/or suspend performing studies if necessary to maintain compliance with established standards. Maintains required documentation of quality assurance activities. Should be familiar with service arrangements for equipment. Maintains necessary supplies and documentation of cleaning logs as applicable.
Uses RIS system correctly, according to Clinic and Department guidelines and properly documents, for the radiologist’s review, atypical conditions which could affect image quality. Utilizes proper protocols for data entry functions. Demonstrate competence in linking follow up studies to initial study using the RIS system
Conscious of radiation safety measures and demonstrates competence in the selection and use of shielding devices as is age appropriate for the patient or as requested when study content will not be compromised. Utilizes sterile technique when applicable for invasive procedures
Participates in formal and in service training programs of Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, department specific in services, and any applicable site-specific training. Maintains current applicable licenses and/or certifications and complies with continuing education requirements necessary to maintain same. May be assigned to other duties, technical or non-technical if training, experience, and credentials are deemed adequate by supervisor to perform those duties
Interacts effectively with patients and coworkers, including staff assigned to other locations. Communicates readily and well with Supervisor and Radiologists in giving and receiving feedback. Must have the ability to understand and respond to questions by giving factual information. Capable of dealing effectively with other clinic departments, physicians, and staff. Uses the Mission and Values as a guideline for all communications, verbal, written, or electronic
Works with Supervisor, Corporate Services, On-site Services, and/or Account Managers to determine mobile travel schedules and site-specific needs. Works closely with Scheduling Department to help fully utilize resource. Keeps Supervisor updated regarding resource schedule and the mobile travel schedule
Drives mobile mammography coach from Main Campus to assigned location, performs 2D and 3D mammograms, returns to Main Campus, sends images to PACS system, and secures mobile unit at end of day. Works with Facilities to schedule routine vehicle cleaning. Stocks clean linen supplies on mobile unit and disposes of dirty linen
Works with Facilities Department to assure vehicle scheduled maintenance is completed. Works with Supervisor to schedule resource downtime for vehicle preventative maintenance. Utilizes company credit cards to fuel mobile coach and maintains applicable credit card and vehicle service records. Reports vehicle maintenance concerns to Supervisor
In conjunction with the Supervisor, serves as primary contact for mobile coach questions, issues, and upcoming mobile events. Coordinates equipment preventative maintenance and service and prioritizes workflow and staff assignments in order to maximize utilization. Serves as mobile coach trainer and actively works to create a team environment and seeks opportunities to enhance team development. Properly utilizes troubleshooting techniques and reporting processes. Assists with overseeing compliance, inspections, accreditation, and maintenance concerns. Reports employee training and performance concerns to Supervisor