Breast Imaging Supervisor

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Job Summary

The Breast Imaging Supervisor is responsible for the oversight and day-to-day operations of the Breast Imaging team including mammography breast ultrasound and breast MRI guided biopsy services. As a working supervisor this role manages staff schedules ensures regulatory compliance with MQSA and ACR standards assists in performing breast imaging studies and coordinates clinical workflows with radiologists surgeons and oncology teams. The Supervisor plays a key role in maintaining high-quality imaging standards supporting technologist development and fostering a culture of excellence in patient care and safety.

Essential Functions:

• Clinical Operations and Quality Oversight- Conducts ordered breast imaging studies while maintaining high-level image quality. Administers contrast positions patients appropriately and communicates exam expectations. Provides hands-on clinical support and guidance to staff during imaging and biopsy procedures. Ensures consistent image quality patient safety and compliance with established protocols. (45%)
• Scheduling Staffing and Communication- Manages daily and monthly staff schedules. Provides real-time communication on staffing changes equipment downtime and workflow adjustments. Coordinates cross-coverage training and onboarding for new team members. Acts as the primary resource for staff regarding clinical or procedural questions. Ensures ongoing readiness for regulatory review across all breast imaging facilities. (15%)
• Team Leadership and Supervision- Directly supervises clinical nursing and non-clinical team members including technologists nurses healthcare assistants and navigators. Manages daily assignments performance reviews and ongoing competency development. Promotes teamwork professional growth and accountability across all roles. (10%)
• Regulatory Compliance and Accreditation Management- Oversees all MQSA ACR and state inspection processes including on-site inspections accreditation applications and annual submissions. Maintains required records and documentation for personnel equipment QC and outcome audits. Manages log books QC testing equipment documentation and corrective action tracking. (10%)
• Collaboration and Interdepartmental Coordination- Serves as liaison between Breast Imaging Surgery Oncology and the Operating Room to coordinate add-on procedures same-day diagnostics and biopsy scheduling. Collaborates with radiologists on imaging protocols patient care decisions and process improvements. (5%)
• Administrative and Leadership Responsibilities- Allocates dedicated administrative time weekly for leadership duties including performance management policy development budget monitoring and operational planning. Participates in departmental leadership meetings and supports strategic and quality initiatives. (5%)
• Operations Equipment and Supply Management- Monitors and maintains equipment functionality coordinating with vendors BioMed and Engineering for service or repair. Oversees supply levels and purchasing coordination with Central Supply. Participates in capital planning space design and new equipment evaluations. (5%)
• Professional Communication and PACS Oversight- Ensures proper image management and PHI protection within PACS. Communicates professionally with radiologists and referring providers regarding orders results and patient care. Participates in department meetings and continuous improvement projects. (5%)

Education:

• Associates Degree Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years of Breasting Imaging experience (required)
• Minimum 6 months of supervisory experience (preferred)

Licenses:

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and
• RTR-RT Radiography - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Required and
• RTM-RT Mammography - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Required and
• BR - Breast Sonography ARDMS - ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Required OR RTBS-RT Breast Sonography - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in mammography breast ultrasound and breast MRI biopsy procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of MQSA ACR accreditation requirements and equipment documentation.
• Ability to oversee and maintain quality assurance programs and regulatory compliance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of how to address age-specific care needs of patients. Effective interpersonal skill sets that lead to productive communications and collaborations.
• Ability to provide coaching feedback and technical guidance to technologists and staff.
• Skilled in operating imaging systems and interpreting physician orders.
• Demonstrates sound judgment in patient positioning imaging settings and safety practices.
• Maintains professionalism and patient-centered care in all interactions.
• Competent in PACS and EMR systems ensuring data integrity and protection of PHI
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Epic preferred.

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Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5% and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands travel and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center a 555-bed acute care medical center Denvers 911 emergency medical response system 10 family health centers 19 school-based health centers Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety a Public Health Institute an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorados primary and essential safety-net institution Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable serving as a pillar for community needs and caring for more than 185000 individuals and 67000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.