Lead Mammography Technologist

Job Description

Harborview Medical Center has an outstanding opportunity for a Full-time Lead Mammography Technologist

WORK SCHEDULE

• 100% FTE
• Days

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lead Mammography Technologist serves as the clinical and operational lead for mammography services providing oversight of daily workflow quality assurance activities regulatory compliance and staff development. The Lead Mammography Technologist acts as a subject matter expert and resource for mammography staff radiologists physicists and leadership promoting high standards of care image quality safety and operational efficiency.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently operates all mammography equipment and adheres to proper imaging techniques.
• Schedules begins completes and cancels exams in the Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Reviews imaging orders for accuracy and ensures appropriate exam selection based on patient signs and symptoms; seeks clarification when needed.
• Regularly assigns instructs and monitors the work of mammography staff.
• Serves as the primary clinical resource for mammography workflow patient care image quality and equipment questions.
• Coordinates daily patient scheduling and workflow to ensure efficient operations.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training program in an AMA approved school; registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) And one year of experience in applicable modality OR A minimum of 6 months of technical experience in the applicable modality AND previous leadership experience.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

Legal Requirement

• Certified by the State of Washington as a Radiologic Technologist. For leads in mammography certified by ARRT as a Mammography Technologist.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

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Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.