The posting
Lead Technologist
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Ask us about our Sign-On Bonus of up to $15,000*!
Relocation Assistance Eligible for Qualified Technologists
Location: Washington, DC
Hours: Full Time, M-F 8:30 am-5 pm
Compensation range: $48.00-58.00 commensurate with experience
If you would like to join a dynamic team dedicated to best-in-class quality and service excellence, we would like to speak with you. Performs imaging procedures to assist in the diagnosis of disease and injuries and supports the general operation of the office.
The Lead Technologist is responsible for the daily clinical operations of their assigned centers. This position is critical to Solis Mammography; by providing outstanding care and efficient results, the Lead technologist impacts the profitability of the organization as well as the patient experience.
A Day in the Life of a Lead Mammography Technologist:
- Understands promotes and demonstrates the Solis Way
- Performs mammography and/or assists with biopsies on as needed basis
- Monitors clinical staffing levels.
- Provides excellent patient care, communicates procedures and provides education on an as needed basis to new and existing clinical team members
- Effectively handles patient complaints as evidenced by patient survey scores and escalates as necessary.
- Assists center director in MQSA compliance as it relates to tracking, following up and credentials.
- Ensures compliance with all Policies and Procedures.
- Ensures supplies are available as needed to meet patient demands.
- Coordinates service and maintenance of equipment to ensure minimal downtime, as requested by center director
- Acts as a point of contact for physician offices requiring clinical information and responds to requests within 24 hours.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient and team member information 100% of the time.
Team
- Manages clinical team members on daily basis ensuring compliance with company policies, guidelines, and procedures.
- Creates and maintains frequent communication and positive relationship with clinical team members as evidenced by surveys and turnovers.
- Monitors clinical staffing levels and ensures appropriate coverage.
- Participates in interviews and conducts onboarding orientation for new clinical team members.
- Communicates team member coaching and counseling opportunities to center Director.
- Completes incident reports on an as needed basis.
- Reports harassment and/or discrimination issues to center Director of HR within eight hours.
- Meets with center director on a weekly basis to review center activities and needs.
- Participates in performance evaluation discussion on an annual basis.
Here is what you will need:
- Completion of formal radiologic technologic technology training program
- Current ARRT in Mammography certification or eligible to take advanced level exam with documentation of clinical experience.
- Minimum of two years of healthcare industry experience with ultrasound core and stereotactic biopsies preferred.
- Minimum of two years of supervisory experience preferred.
- Prior experience with RIS/PACS preferred.
- Strong Desire to serve patients
- Strong verbal communication and listening skills
- Works well in fast-paced, pressure-oriented environment
- Follows direction with focused attention
- Maintains a calm, tactful demeanor when dealing with difficult situations
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
- Understands and communicates medical terminology.
- Must possess non-restricted licensure in state work location, which is eligible for reimbursement
Why Washington Radiology?
- A Great Place to Work for multiple years running!
- Offer competitive benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays, Backup Child/Adult Care as well as other unique benefits.
*Sign-On Bonus is applicable to current qualified Mammography Technologists (ARRT (M)). Amount offered may vary in an amount of up to $15,000 depending upon experience level, location and qualifications.
At Washington Radiology, we save lives. We are empowered, appreciated, and part of something bigger. Together, we deliver compassionate, exceptional care. Every patient. Every time.
Our service based culture is reflected in our day-to-day interactions that are warm and welcoming and delivered with care, compassion and clinical expertise. Our commitment to excellence can be seen across every level of our organization, beginning with our team members and extending to the patients, families, and physicians we serve. For more than 70 years, Washington Radiology has set the standard for medical imaging care.
