MAIN FUNCTION:

The Lead Mammography Technologist is responsible for performing high quality mammography and diagnostic procedures using stationary, portable, and specialized equipment at a technical and professional level that does not require constant supervision and is of acceptable quality.

This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

This position reports to the Supervisor, Women's Services or the Practice Manager and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Perform daily quality control using mammography phantoms and testing equipment to ensure optimum quality mammographic images. Information must be graphed daily. Equipment used for mammography must be checked daily for cleanliness and repairs. All repairs must be recorded.

Report problems and take appropriate action. Document changes and actions as per MQSA requirements. Maintain quality control testing of computed radiography equipment, digital radiography, and or analog radiography. Maintain records and complete required testing of equipment in accordance with radiation control requirements and department of public health requirements.

Input mammography recommendations in mammography software module daily and coordinate the distribution of patient letters based on the recommendations.

Take responsibility for the training and use of R2 Image Checker telephone processor and mammography equipment.

Act as a resource for staff during the course of the shift, providing support to techs and troubleshooting issues that arise. Assist in the training of new staff.

Provide input into the scheduling of the Mammo staff, working with the Operations Manager to make recommendations about staffing.

Consistently demonstrate leadership with the Mammography Team by participating in department problem-solving, defining group concerns, proposing and implementing solutions, and acting in a positive and proactive manner.

Rotate through all Mammography rooms, set up necessary equipment for examinations. Keep knowledgeable and up to date with changes in contrast material, films and other supplies used.

Assist Radiologists during examinations as well as during emergency procedures; perform specialized examinations as deemed necessary.

Provide up-to-date protection for patients, physicians, employees, fellow technologists and yourself as prescribed. Ensure patients well-being and assist when needed.

Report all malfunctions, hazards, and other incidents as necessary to appropriate personnel.

Perform specialized examinations as deemed necessary.

Provide training and ensure appropriate use of Radiology Information System.

Pre-assess patient condition determining employee ability to perform a quality radiographic examination, without physically compromising the patient or employee, such as lifting, sliding, or moving patient in anyway and keeping within the employee's limitations as prescribed by the physician. Obtain assistance if needed before an examination begins.

Work flexible hours as department needs are assessed.

Transport patients to and from the unit as necessary.

Assist with student training as necessary.

Maintain established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality improvement program, compliance, safety, infection control, and environmental standards.

Maintain professional growth and development through attendance at seminars, workshops, conferences or in-services, professional affiliations, or journals to stay abreast of current trends in field of expertise.

Model excellence in both interpersonal and external relations with customers; strive to achieve excellence in customer service. Promote site, staff, skills, and abilities of staff and physicians in a positive and professional manner to both patients and referring physicians.

Meet annual competency and retraining requirements.

Attend meetings as required.

Perform other functions/duties as requested.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

* Associate's degree required. For those candidates who meet requirements of licensing and registration agencies and have been grandfathered by those agencies, Associate's degree requirement may be waived, but a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

* Current licensure by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ARRT registration must be completed . Continuing education credits must meet State and Registry Licensing requirements.

* Certified Mammography Technologist required.

* Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.

* At least 2 years of experience as a Certified Mammography Technologist required.

* Demonstrate communication skills and the ability to lead a team.