Mammography Manager

Employment Type:
Full time

Shift:
Day Shift

Description:
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Assumes accountability formaintainingall locations of the Mammographyand DXADepartments, prepares the operating and capital budgets with guidance from the directors, and performs general business activities which support efficient,cost effective services for the Medical Imaging Department. Responsible for maintaining ACR, FDA/MQSA accreditation.

Shift: Days

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assumes responsibility,authority and accountability in themammography, DXA,andIDTFgeneral x-ray departments 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Provides care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Maintains open and positive communication with staff, physicians, and other departments.
• Consistentlyrepresents the organization in a positive and professionalmanner to community and professionalcontacts, while promoting professionalism and acting as a role model
• Counsels and monitors performance of staff; conducts performance appraisals; promotes staff development; fosters teamwork within the department.
• Works toattain staff compliance ofobjectives and the implementation of procedures and policies.
• Utilizing critical thinking skills, develops and monitors quality improvement initiatives to enhance/streamline current procedures/processes.
• Conducts interviews for prospective employees; works with the Human Resources Department in recruiting/hiring new personnel.
• Participates in meetings and on committees asrequested; holds regulardepartment/section meetings or huddles with staff; attends hospital and department meetings and in-services.
• Monitors the physical environment of the department.
• Manages and coordinates the activities of theMammography Department with other areas of the department and hospital to insure andmaintain patient care.
• Responsible for the management of work assignments, schedules, coverage, and orientation of the technologists.
• Participates in the purchase/maintenance of equipment and contracts/meetings with vendors.
• Participates in preparing theMammographyDepartmentoperating and capital budgets.
• Directs andmonitors the Quality Assurance programs in theMammography Department.
• Keeps abreast of current trends, new equipment/procedures andcommunicates department needs to Director in a timely manner.
• Serves as first point of contact for issues that arise, handling them with professionalism and integrity, elevating them toDirector as necessary.
• Participates in growth of market share.
• Maintains confidentialityregarding all patient/personnel information.
• Clinical work.– As a working manager,willmaintain clinical skills and perform clinical mammography exams.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• AMA approvedtwo-year training program in Radiologic Technology and registered by the ARRT, active status.
• License to practice in the State ofIowa.
• Four yearsmammography experience, management experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degreepreferred.
• Maintains BCLS qualification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3)

months of hire.

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population servewithin

three (3) months of hire.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.