Lead Mammography Technologist

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Possesses the knowledge of procedures and policies related to the Radiology department. Activities are specifically directed by the manager. Performs a wide variety of specific and specialized duties and procedures on hospital inpatients and outpatients as indicated by physician orders in Mammography/Breast Imaging. Performs these duties using independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. Assumes responsibility and quality of work in designated areas of procedures as required. This position requires a high level of technical and informatics knowledge and skill, and the ability to work in close cooperation with members of a team of physicians, nurses, and other technical staff. The individual must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple competing tasks and demands and to seek managerial assistance as appropriate.

The Mammography Technologist-Lead provides day-to-day supervision of operational flow and will delegate tasks as needed. The Lead will act as a technical resource to both radiographers and radiologists. Responsible for maintaining stock and ordering all supplies. With the Breast Imaging Manager (or in absence of) oversees quality control of all breast imaging equipment per MQSA and DPH guidelines along with all breast imaging ACR accreditations. In the absence of the Breast Imaging Manager, is responsible for making decisions based on established protocols that would ensure continuity of patient care.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides day-to-day supervision of operational flow, delegating tasks as needed.

• Act as a technical resource to radiographers and radiologists.

• Maintain all required supplies and stock.

• In the absence of the Breast Imaging Manager, responsible for making decisions based on established protocols that would ensure continuity of patient care.

• In conjunction with, or in the absence of Breast Imaging Manager, oversees quality control of all breast imaging equipment per MQSA and DPH guidelines and breast imaging ACR accreditations.

• Follows departmental guidelines and protocols in performance of all procedures in Mammography/Breast Imaging.

• Follows departmental guidelines and protocols in scheduling and documentation of exams and maintaining accurate and complete records relative to the examinations performed.

• Performs quality control on all equipment according to standard procedures and regulatory guidelines.

• Confirms with patient two patient identifiers (Full Name & DOB).

• Checks requested exams for orders, indication, appropriateness and pertinent history.

• Adheres to state and federal requirements as they relate to radiation safety.

• Assures the consistency of all operating procedures and equipment within the guidelines of the ACR, Federal and State regulatory agencies and the Department of Radiology.

• Maintains all documentation necessary to obtain and retain certification and licensing by all agencies.

• Works with the Mammography Section Supervisor to ensure optimal quality images and patient satisfaction.

• Effectively manages the PACS technology by bringing exams to Reviewed Status and merging exams as needed.

• Demonstrates the ability to enter and edit orders in the EMR.

• Supports the interpreting radiologist to ensure all images and documentation are available to them immediately following the exam.

• Works in collaboration with the Breast Surgery Department in the imaging of their patients as needed for same day appointments.

Required Qualifications:

• ARRT and MA License in Mammography and Radiology required.

• Minimum of three years of experience in diagnostic mammography preferred.

• Prior supervisory experience preferred.

• Prior experience with Digital Mammography, PACS preferred.

• AHA BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Competencies:

Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by precedents, policies and objectives. Regularly makes decisions and recommendations on issues affecting a department or functional area.

Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are highly varied, complex and often non-recurring, requiring staff input, innovative, creative, and Lean diagnostic techniques to resolve issues.

Independence of Action: Ability to set goals and determines how to accomplish defined results with some guidelines. Manager/Director provides broad guidance and overall direction.

Written Communications : Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.

Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.

Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations.

Team Work: Ability to act as a team leader for small projects or work groups, creating a collaborative and respectful team environment and improving workflows. Results may impact the operations of one or more departments.

Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service and staff training to meet customer service standards and expectations for the assigned unit(s). Resolves service issues in the assigned unit(s) in a timely and respectful manner.

Age Based Competencies:

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the population of patients regularly served; seeks assistance from resources if other population groups need care.

Physical Nature of the Job:

Lifting of patients on and off x-ray table is required. Lifts 10-20 lbs. daily. Requires wearing lead aprons. Requires being in front of computers for several hours a day. May be exposed to occupational levels of diagnostic ionizing radiation and occasionally to hazardous chemicals (developer/fixer).

Pay Range:

$50.60 - $75.19

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

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