Job Overview:
Under the direction of the radiologist and the supervision of the manager or supervisor, the Breast Imaging Lead Technologist, is responsible for all MQSA, ODH and ACR requirements, including preparing all sites for annual inspections. The lead develops and maintains the equipment QC program as well as MQSA EQUIP program. The lead assisting the radiologists develops, and implements new procedures including training/educating of team members as needed. Maintains department exam quality through regular review of exam quality, performs competency evaluations of team members, monitors exam quality and technical requirements of exams, provides feedback and interaction with physicians, works effectively with patients and families to provide patient care, maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental team members, and complies with infection prevention procedures. The lead technologist also performs the duties of a mammography technologist as required. The lead technologist serves on protocol committees and reviews and maintains data in the dose monitoring software. The lead technologist will serve as a back up to breast center supervisors for vacations, as well as team member vacation coverage when necessary. This is a working position and the lead must meet all ARRT and state of Ohio requirements in addition to demonstrating ongoing proficiency in required skills. Certification in Mammography is required. This position adheres to the Practice Standards defined by the ASRT. The lead will travel to other locations for QC and annual inspections.
Job Requirements:
Associate's Degree in Allied Health
Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Certification in Mammography required and BLS/CPR Radiologic Technologist, ARRT
State Licensure
QC/MQSA/ACR/ODH regulations
Quality control
3-4 years experience Clinical Allied Health in a related field
Experience Supervisor/Lead Allied Health
Job Responsibilities:
Leads work groups to provide quality service. Oversees quality of exams being produced by staff technologists in accordance with EQUIP standards.
Ensures compliance with all ACR/MQSA regulations by overseeing quality program, ongoing selection of appropriate images, documentation, and daily quality controls.
Demonstrates organizational and communication skills to promote the well-being of the department. Maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental team members.
Accurately establishes and maintains all necessary department protocols, competencies, and oversees annual staff education. Participates in onboarding and training of new team members.
Demonstrates competence and working knowledge of equipment and assists in evaluation and selection of new breast imaging technology.
Other Job-Related Information:
Must be willing and able to travel to 9 mammography locations for annual MQSA inspections and oversight of QC programs.
Working Conditions:
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Frequently
Continuous Learning - Frequently
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Frequently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting <10 Lbs - Frequently
Lifting 50+ Lbs - Rarely
Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Occasionally
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Reading - Consistently
Sitting - Occasionally
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Talking - Frequently
Thinking/Reasoning - Frequently
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Frequently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:
Serve: ALWAYS...
* Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
* Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
* Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel: ALWAYS...
* Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
* Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
* Work on improving quality, safety, and service
Respect: ALWAYS...
* Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
* Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
* Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value: ALWAYS...
* Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
* Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
* Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage: ALWAYS...
* Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
* Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community |
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TriHealth
Nov 07, 2024