Supv Breast Center

Job description

Sign-On Bonus $10,000.00
Reports to Exec Director, Radiology. Performs mammographic procedures and examinations according to physician's orders and department policies and procedures. Matches staffing to patient volumes to achieve efficient productivity during scheduling. Coordinates orientation of new staff, staff assignments, and patient flow in Breast Center. Oversees and assumes responsibility for record keeping and coordinating services and inventory.
MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS
• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.
• Performs Mammographic Procedures and Examinations
• Performs mammographic procedures and examinations according to physician's orders and department policies and procedures.
• Exhibits skilled positioning techniques when needed in unusual situations.
• Evaluates Digital Images for technical quality to ensure accurate diagnosis.
• Hangs films correctly with previous exams for comparison on viewers.
• Consults with the Radiologist to obtain correct protocol for each individual patient.
• Educates/demonstrates patients on Breast Self Examination.
• Operates all equipment (i.e. mammographic, autorad, stentor, VCR, monitors, etc.)
• Calculates exposure factors to achieve the most accurate results.
• Assumes care for the physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and procedures.

Management of Mammographic Services
• Matches staffing to patient volumes to achieve efficient productivity during scheduling.
• Coordinates orientation of new staff to the department.
• Coordinates staff assignments to ensure departmental needs (Quality Control, supplies, etc.) have been met.
• Coordinates patient flow throughout the department.
• Makes work assignments of room schedules to create a smooth flow of patients.
• Participates and contributes in meetings and in services.
• Liaison between other departments and Radiology.
• Contacts the appropriate person/company when the department's equipment is in need of repair.
• Provides input for equipment purchases.
• Coordinates image management errors (i.e. --mismarked images, incorrect names, patient file errors, etc.) to ensure these mistakes are taken care of by the appropriate person.
• Performs staff evaluations.
• Assists physicist and radiologist with Quality Assurance for accreditation purposes.
• RIS Customer Service - Responsible for staffing and PMF's on all clerical staff and for taking call to ensure 24 hour coverage.
• Responsible for keeping the department up to date regarding MQSA standards.
• Responsible for testing, documenting and timely submission for ongoing ACR accreditation.
• Uses MRS for monthly pathology exam list, daily reminder and problem case follow-up, monthly (six month) reminder notice to physicians, etc.

Record Keeping, Coordinator of Services and Inventory
• Results procedural information into the radiology computer system and revises incorrect orders.
• Fulfills daily Mammographic quality control process. In compliance with MQSA and ACR standards.
• Responsible for inventory and supplies for performing digital ultrasound and biopsies and maintenance of equipment to ensure quality and safety.
• Files mammography and pathology reports and correlates year end data for quality assurance.
• Checks names on films when taking down the viewer to ensure images go into the appropriate jacket.
• Obtains accurate patient histories and documents in the appropriate manner.
• Coordinates services associated with mammographic procedures to ensure patients are done in a timely manner, including requests for US and Mammography to coincide with interventional procedures.

Leadership and Human Resources Management
• Demonstrates and explains difficult or new techniques and procedures to departmental personnel to ensure confidence of performance.
• Departmental orientation of new employees and students to ensure comfort of surroundings and knowledge of departmental procedures and equipment.
• Pursues ongoing continuing education for self and oversee all staff CME requirements for MQSA inspection.
• Conducts department meetings and in-services and mandatory in services.
• Responds to emergency situations according to hospital policy. Notifies appropriate personnel.
• Serves on committees as delegated by department Director.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by the Director.
• Responsible for proper emergency call schedule for the Breast Center to ensure continual and total coverage.
• Follows hospital radiation safety regulations and wears radiation badge at all times and submits badge monthly for testing.
• Responsible for maintaining current ARRT registration and state license status and providing a copy of the registration to the department in a timely manner.
• Renews CPR bi-annually with no lapse in certification and provides documentation of CPR certification in a timely manner.
• Accurately completes payroll, attendance records, hours for breast center staff , YTO, holidays and call.

Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department
• Completes other job-related duties and projects as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:
• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Education and Experience
• The knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of some college or vocational training. ARRT (R)/Indiana State Board certificate ARRT (M). A minimum of 1 to 2 years of job-related experience is required. One to two years experience as a Staff Radiographer/Mammographer with 2-5 years experience in Mammography preferred. Must have valid 'General Certification' from Indiana State Board of Health.

Knowledge & Skills
• A working knowledge of mammography and diagnostic imaging a must.
• Knowledge of the requirements and guidelines for meeting (ACR) American College of Radiology criteria for accreditation.
• Must be able to communicate with patients to meet their psychological needs during mammographic examinations.
• Ability to demonstrate Breast Self Examination to patients.
• Safely operates all Mammography/Diagnostic equipment, included but not limited to Mammography Quality Assurance devices.

Working Conditions
• Must be able to empathize with the mental/emotional stress of those patients having mammographs.

Physical Demands
• Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.