Lead Mammography Technologist Full Time ($10,000.00 Sign-On Bonus)

Lead Mammography Technologist

Rotating - 08 Hour (United States of America) Stanford Health Care's state of the art imaging department is committed to providing outstanding care, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and offering the subspecialty expertise of Stanford's world-renowned Department of Radiology. Our team of medical professionals conduct more than a quarter of a million studies each year, maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence provided in a compassionate, caring environment.

We are a top 10 ranked level 1 trauma magnet facility in the U.S with top 15 world recognition and state-of-the-art facilities. Our compensation rates are extremely competitive. We invest in your continued career growth with yearly education funds of $2,000.00 and invest in your retirement with a robust matching program. We help you commute to work for free on public transit. $10,000.00 Sign-On Bonus

This is a Stanford Health Care job.

Under the supervision of the Mammography Technical Supervisor, the Lead Mammography Technologist is responsible for workflow of technical and ancillary personnel in assigned work areas. Troubleshoots equipment, records and reports problems. Communicates with supervisor any unresolved issues. Responsible for completing QC tests on daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly basis. Produces quality images following established departmental and QA protocols using independent judgment and initiative. Covers for the supervisor during the absence. Ability to perform general and specialized mammographic procedures which meet the department's standard of quality. Capable of organizing work priorities and adjusting as circumstances require. Performs related duties as requested. Treats patients, staff, physicians and the general public in a friendly, courteous and helpful manner. Incorporates the concepts of the Mission and Vision into practice.

Locations Stanford Health Care

What you will do

• Oversees work flow, work assignments, operational effectiveness, human resources and the resolution of technical and non-technical problems for an assigned shift. Participates in orientation and training of assigned staff, students, residents and faculty.
• Performs various simple to complex radiographic procedures. Performs a variety of technical tasks involved in operating radiographic equipment and making radiographs of designated portions of the body. Duties include transferal of images, archiving and performing of appropriate imaging protocols which meet the department's standards of quality.
• Troubleshoots reboots, calls help line, calls service and/or involves other individuals as appropriate for equipment maintenance.
• Reports problems concerning staffing requirements, work methods, staff morale, etc., and recommends solutions as appropriate to supervisor. Coordinates with personnel of other departments with regard to patient and/or staff related problems.
• Ensures that equipment and accessories are maintained and functioning. Notifies supervisor of equipment problems and service calls placed. Notifies appropriate personnel of supply requirements; makes recommendations concerning the purchase, maintenance and/or repair of equipment.
• Manages information utilizing appropriate manual or electronic system.
• Ensures that timecards are completed accurately and on time according to departmental and hospital policy.
• Keeps abreast and demonstrates awareness of legal requirements, risk management issues and accreditation standards by reporting unusual occurrences involving customers, environment and/or self within correct timeframes and involves the appropriate individuals and/or completes necessary forms (incident/ employee accident report, etc.)
• Responsible for completing QC tests on daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly basis.
• Understands billing process; assures correct informational codes are included for procedures and exams performed.

Education Qualifications

• Associate degree

Experience Qualifications

• 5 years of mammography technical skills and 1 year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Imaging processes, methods and equipment
• Knowledge of safe operation and care of radiographic equipment
• Knowledge of structural and organic anatomy
• Knowledge of the methods of positioning patients for radiographic exposures
• Knowledge of principles of image acquiring, and processing
• Knowledge of basic computer skills
• Ability to perform complex diagnostic imaging procedures
• Ability to perform general and specialized radiographic procedures which meet the departments standard of quality
• Ability to troubleshoot, document and communicate equipment problems
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, co-workers, and visitors
• Ability to deal tactfully and sympathetically with patients
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others
• Ability to work well in a team environment

Licenses and Certifications

• CRT
• BLS - Basic Life Support

These principles apply to ALL employees: SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:

• Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
• Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
• Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $80.95 - $91.18 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.