Job Description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

GENERAL SUMMARY

Assumes accountability for maintainingall locations of the Mammographyand DXA Departments, 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.

ShiftDays

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assumes responsibility, authority and accountability in the mammography, DXA,and IDTFgeneral 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.

• Consistently represents the organization in a positive and professional manner to community and professional contacts, 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 to attain staff compliance of objectives 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 as requested; holds regular department/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 the Mammography Department with other areas of the department and hospital to insure and maintain 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 the Mammography Department operating and capital budgets.

• Directs and monitors the Quality Assurance programs in the Mammography Department.

• Keeps abreast of current trends, new equipment/procedures and communicates 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 to Director as necessary.

• Participates in growth of market share.

• Maintains confidentiality regarding 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 approved two-year training program in Radiologic Technology and registered by the ARRT, active status.

• License to practice in the State of Iowa

• Four years mammography 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 serve within

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.