Responsible for all aspects of the operation of the Breast Health Center (BHC). In addition, works as a staff Mammography Technologist. Ensures adequate staffing for the BHC. Provides leadership and direction to staff; involved in personnel and human resource issues, as necessary, for the efficient and effective operation of the department; supervises both technical and support staff in the department. Under the general supervision of a Radiologist, performs mammography and provides patient care, as ordered. Responsible for performing and maintaining required equipment-related MQSA documentation.
PRIMARY PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES*
Oversees the overall function of the Breast Health Center, including, but not limited to, patient flow, patient satisfaction, completion of necessary forms and paperwork, compliance with all applicable regulations, and overall quality of examinations.
As a working Supervisor, fulfills all responsibilities of a Mammography Technologist.
Schedules personnel to provide appropriate staffing in the BHC.
*Denotes “essential functions” in accordance with the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The essential functions of this position include, but are not necessarily limited to, those specifically identified in this description. The position and its essential functions may change over time, and these changes may not necessarily be reflected in the position description. The Company may, at its sole discretion, add to, change, or expand the essential or marginal functions of this position.
4. Follows prescribed safety standards in operating radiologic equipment, and uses radiation protection according to department policy and procedures. Maintains compliance with the organization’s ALARA program.
5. Ensures quality of images produced to be consistent with the Radiologist’s and organization’s quality expectations.
6. Authorizes release of patients upon completion of radiologic examination.
7. Trains and performs stereotactic localization procedures, as directed by the Radiologist.
8. Maintains working knowledge and operative skills related to the registration/information system, the picture archiving system, and the digital mammography features.
9. Obtains patient history and clinical data for correlation with procedure and consults with physicians, as needed.
10. Participates in training co-workers and technologists in mammography equipment operation, patient positioning, and quality assurance.
11. Follows department guidelines for proper maintenance of all related mammography equipment and maintains the appearance of related work areas.
12. Recognizes emergency situations, and initiates life support measures for patients, as necessary.
13. Responsible to ensure all rooms are properly stocked and supplied by ordering all supplies necessary.
14. Assumes responsibility for biohazard waste management and ensuring OSHA regulations are met and the appropriate logs are maintained. Works in conjunction with the OSHA coordinator.15. Coordinates, performs procedures, and oversees maintenance of breast ultrasound, stereotactic, and mammography equipment.
16. Assumes responsibility for ensuring that required MQSA and ACR testing on the mammography, stereo, and ultrasound machines are done in accordance with the MQSA and ACR guidelines. Maintains all MQSA and ACR records on this equipment.
17. Enhances professional growth through educational programs, conferences, and workshops.
18. Attends required meetings and participates in committees, as requested.
19. Maintains patient confidentiality.
20. Performs related work, as required.
21. Develops additional skills related to mammography.
22. Ensures ample waiting room seating is available for patients by asking visitors to relocate to alternate waiting areas.
23. Maintains open communication with the Administrator and Human Resources.
24. Understands that predictable attendance and promptness in reporting to work and returning from breaks and meal periods is expected and required.
25. Other duties as may be assigned.
Shift: Days
Hours: 8am to 5pm
Wage range: $68 to $75 per hour
Sign On Bonus: $10k
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2 years
Modality Experience Required: Mammography
Certifications Required: ARRT (M), plus State of CA license & BLS
Minimum Education Required: High school graduate, plus 2 years of an accredited ARRT program
Additional Information (if applicable): previous supervisory/managerial experience required
Strength in Numbers
United Surgical Partners International (USPI) and Tenet have combined forces to create the nation’s largest ambulatory surgery provider. Our combined network of exceptional surgical and imaging facilities includes approximately 20 imaging centers, and over 265 short-stay surgical facilities. Together, our partnerships include 50 health systems and more than 4,000 physicians.
Nationwide Experience
Our partners deliver high quality ambulatory solutions in safe, efficient and caring USPI facilities in communities of every size across 29 states. Our physician partners are focused on providing quality patient care, in part because they are invested in their USPI facility. We provide the infrastructure and support they need to perform their best. This is one of the advantages of partnering with USPI.
Quality Patient Services
We share a vision with our physician and health system partners. Our goal is to provide the quality of healthcare services we would insist upon for our own families. Since our founding in 1998, this goal has helped us grow exponentially. Today, our strategic joint venture with Tenet establishes USPI as one of the nation's leading providers of ambulatory solutions.
Operating Excellence
Our size and experience in developing and operating ambulatory facilities and strategic vision allow our facilities to achieve both high patient satisfaction and solid financial results. Moreover, because we engage physicians in the governance and growth of the facility, we also achieve excellent clinical outcomes.