QC Mammography Tech, FT Days

Wellstar Health System•Marietta, GA

About The Position

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Sign on Bonus and Relocation Available Job Summary: Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs. Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative. Assists with providing safe, age appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures. Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. Able to independently perform job functions. Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure. Must maintain minimum FDA/MQSA requirements for continuing education, experience and equipment. Able to document results of QC/QA accurately and timely on approved ACR or OEM forms. Keeps abreast of new rules and regulations set forth by ACR and/or FDA/MQSA. Must be primary QC tech at facility, performing at least of the required QC at the facility. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Maintains Quality Control Program: - a. Perform daily quality control functions for Selenia and Dimensions units per FDA ACR regulations. - b. Document daily quality control results and notify supervisor of any abnormal findings or concerns. - c. Perform monitor and phantom testing for satellite facilities read at the Kennestone location. - d. Report all repairs to Medical Imaging Biomed. - e. Report quarterly repeat rates. Maintain Quality Assurance Program: - a. Maintain all credentials for technologists, radiologists and physicist according to FDA and ACR guidelines. - b. Prepare for annual ACR FDA inspection. - c. Prepare for ACR inspections. - d. Work with physicist to remain knowledgable of new and current regulations. - e. Gather peer review information for radiologists and system - f. Assure all physicist recommendations are corrected within 30 days. Tracking and Observation - a. Utilize current tracking system for data collecting statistics. - b. Perform mock surveys. - c. Communicate all safety concerns and participate in performance Improvement opportunities. - d. Assure all physician and patient letters are mailed out within 30 days. - e. Work closely with the Interventional nurse and tech extender for patient tracking. - f. Assist with pending work reports to assure timely interpretations. - g. Assist Radiologist with statistics. - h. Build tumor board roster in PACS. Assist in other modalities and/or locations as needed: - a. Assist other satellite facilites that need QC/QA guidance. - c. Understands pre and post procedural care. - d. Demonstrates and understands sterile technique. - e. Assist patients with education and reducing anxiety. - f. Attends departmental meetings giving updates and presentations regarding stats and PI activities. Meets Service Recovery and Customer Service Guidelines as needed: - a. Ability to work in a tracking system environment. - b. Provides privacy for patients, family members and customers. - c. Utilizes appropriate AIDET techniques. - d. Assist Outcomes Department with clinical information regarding patients. - e. Direct patients with financial concerns to the appropriate department. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care. Mission, Vision & Values At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery. OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time. OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.

Requirements

Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiology Technology Required
ARRT Radiography
ARRT Mammography
Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor
Minimum 1 year of experience as a Mammography Tech Required
Competent in all aspects of Mammography, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection.
Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as to how they affect the quality of a procedure.
Competent to perform all quality control / quality assurance tests based on ACR recommendations and OEM recommendations.
Able to document results of QC/QA accurately and timely on approved ACR or OEM forms.
Keeps abreast of new rules and regulations set forth by ACR and/or FDA/MQSA.
Must exhibit excellent communication skills because this position requires frequent verbal and written communications with: physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and nursing staff.
The employee obtains, presents and discusses clinical information regarding job responsibilities on a routine basis.
Candidate must be able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill, and obtain cooperation with all contacts.
Must possess the ability to function independently and under pressure while still actively participating in a team environment.
Position requires the employee to exhibit excellent customer service skills at all times.
Must be able to perform effectively in a stressful and fast paced work environment.
Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately.
Must be detail oriented and have the capacity to effectively multitask throughout the work shift.
Must have excellent communication skills and the capacity to interact professionally with a variety of customers, including but not limited to patients, families, co-workers, volunteers, and physicians throughout the work shift.
Must possess the ability to function independently, yet productively as a cooperative team member with various work teams associated with the position.
Must be compliant, with a willingness to follow all Hospital policies as well as the established practices, protocols and procedures of the position, Department and applicable professional standards
Competent in all aspects of Mammography, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection.
Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as to how they affect the quality of a procedure.