Mammography Supervisor

Job description

The Department of Radiology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Mammography Supervisor. The successful candidate will:
• Supervise and perform the duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative in the utilization of Diagnostic Imaging equipment.
• Ensure that all standard of care is met for our patient population.
• Ensure standards for all regulatory agencies such as the Joint Commission, ACR, FDA, and NY Dept. of Health are met.
• Provide area assignments of personnel and coordinates activities within the department, with other departmental activities and services of the hospital.
• Be responsible for the procurement and storage of supplies.
• Be responsible for providing statistical information to determine work patterns, patient flow, budgetary information, and fiscal requirements.
• Provide good customer service to our patent population and co-workers.
• Become fully knowledgeable of departmental policies and procedures including quality assurance and performance improvement.
• Develop and introduce new techniques and procedures.
• Monitor and enhance the program for QC and QA standards; provides supervisory oversight for Mammography and Bone Density Department; ensures staff compliance with patient identification standards.
• Ensure staff compliance with infection control standards to include PPE (personal protective equipment) guidelines.
• Demonstrate the ability to provide resolution for various operational Issues in radiology and to communicate such with different levels of hospital personnel.
• Perform mammography imaging procedures at a technical level; includes obtaining a pertinent clinical and medical history of patients.
• Demonstrate knowledge in the effects of radiation exposure, radiation procedures, computer applications, and Imaging techniques.
• Be responsible for safety precautions for patients and workers in regards to radiation exposure.
• Assist in training student technologists and medical students rotating through the department.
• Assist in orientation and implementation of new techniques, research projects, and In-service educations, as directed.
• Assist with radiology performance improvement projects to include data collections
• Demonstrate accountability for departmental-related duties and responsibilities.
• Utilize computerized patient information systems, including Radiology Information System, PACS, PenRad, and Hologic equipment

Required Qualifications
• New York State X-Ray Licensure.
• ARRT certified in Mammography.
• 5+ years of hospital-based experience in mammography imaging procedures.

Preferred Qualifications
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor of Science Degree.