Quality Control Lead Mammogram Technologist, Fair Oaks

Description: This position has a $10k sign on bonus.

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Imaging Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor, performs a variety of diagnostic mammography procedures and departmental support functions. Utilizes departmental policies and procedures in meeting patient needs, adheres to proper quality utilization and risk management policies and practices. Performs imaging procedures for patients of both genders and all ages.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Performs all functions of the Mammography Technologist job.


• Collaborates with department supervisor in establishing policy, procedures and protocols.


• Implements and maintains departmental quality control program under the direction of the Assistant or Imaging Supervisor. Monitors documentation of quality control programs to include recording equipment malfunctions and service needs.


• Responsible for the accuracy and quality of exams produced by technologist.


• Submits monthly Reject Analysis report to the Assistant Supervisor.


• Checks technologist work to ensure procedural completeness within a reasonable length of time with minimal or no error in technique.


• Instructs and trains new technologists to operate radiographic equipment until proficiency is established.


• Trains existing staff in new or revised procedures.


• Responds to problematic work situations; performs highest level of technical duties and exams.


• Actively participates in QI/RM activities; identifies and responds to patient care in departmental situations that impact the quality of care and/or create risk.


• Documents exception occurrences on appropriate forms to resolve QI/RM issues; prepares information necessary for completing monthly QA reports.


• Provides input into employee performance appraisals; coaches employees according to QC guidelines.


• Performs other related duties as directed.

Basic Qualifications:
Experience

• Minimum three (3) years of experience as a radiographer with ARRT-M status required. Must maintain ARRT-M status throughout employment.

Education

• Graduation from approved school of radiology.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

• Radiologic Technologist License (Virginia)
  

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Mammography Technologist
  

• Radiologic Technologist Certification
  

• Basic Life Support
  

Additional Requirements:

• Must meet the minimum competencies and qualifications of the technologist job.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate of Arts degree preferred.

Primary Location: Virginia,Fairfax,Fair Oaks Medical Center
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Day
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Working Hours Start: 08:30 AM
Working Hours End: 05:00 PM
Job Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: M40|OPEIU|Local 2
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: Fair Oaks Medical Center - Mammography - 1808
Pay Range: $38.42 - $54.75 / hour
Sign on bonus: $10000.00 The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest

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