Lead Mammography Technologist Sign-On Bonus

Lebanon , NH Allied Health/Clinical Full Time , Day Shift , 8:30a-5p Monday-Friday Sign On Bonus Amount: $ 20000 ***$20,000 Sign-On/Retention Bonus*** External candidates only - Applicants within the Dartmouth Health System are not eligible Required Licensure/Certifications 2-3 years of clinical Mammography experience required. Minimum of an Associate’s degree from an accredited program; based on ARRT guidelines. Strong written and oral communication required. Experience with EPIC, Philips PACS, and Hologic systems preferred, but not required. BLS Medical Imaging License for the State of NH ARRT certification in radiography and Mammography Position Objective The Lead Mammographer is an active member of our clinical patient care team. This role is intended to provide team support in day-to-day operations under the direction of the department manager and medical director, act as a team liaison and subject matter expert for continuous process improvement projects, and maintain high-quality standards to ensure department compliance with the ACR, MQSA and expectations of the Breast Care team at DH Health. DXA experience is preferred but not required. Performance Expectation Oversee daily operations of the mammography section, ensuring efficient patient flow and optimal use of resources to maintain staff coverage and minimize patient wait times. Performs high-quality mammographic and diagnostic imaging procedures, including screening, diagnostic, and specialized views (e.g., magnification, spot compression, implant-displaced) following departmental guidelines. Utilizes e-DH, RIS, and PACS to perform job functions. Maintains a second Mammography registry as required by federally-mandated MQSA standards. Consistently ensure good patient care, comfort, safety, and confidentiality. Performs required quality assurance procedures at the designated intervals. Monitor and maintain QA/QC logs, including phantom image testing, and equipment calibrations. Assists in accreditation processes and preparation for site inspections and audits, including documentation for MQSA and ACR certifications. Assists in coordination of equipment maintenance and repairs. Assists in user set-up and maintenance of Radiologist workstation. Communicate effectively with department leadership to address issues, propose improvements, and implement changes. Creates and maintains strong partnerships and communication pathways with provider partners, leadership and peers. Serve as the primary point of contact for technologists regarding workflow, protocols, and technical issues Instructs and reviews technical performance of Mammography technologists. Train and mentor new staff and students in mammography technique, positioning, and regulatory compliance. Track performance metrics such as repeat/reject rates, patient satisfaction, and productivity benchmarks. Promote a culture of patient-centered care, safety, and continuous improvement. Performs other duties as required or assigned. Team Leads are designated to provide support to a team of individuals doing the same or similar work. The core duties of a team lead include work of the same or similar nature of teammates. In addition to core duties, the Team Lead has the following responsibilities: Coordinate workflow and work priority within the team. Identify and track resources and facilitate the ordering of supplies, equipment and other resources (all within approved budget). Provide technical guidance, oversight and mentoring to team members. Provide on-the-job training, where necessary and identify training opportunities. Provide input to leadership regarding performance and/or need for disciplinary action. Prior team lead experience preferred but not required. #J-18808-Ljbffr