Lead Mammography Technologist - Relocation and Sign on bonus starting at $10k!

For over 50 years, Charlotte Radiology has been a trusted partner and industry leader in providing expert clinical imaging services and exceptional patient care. Charlotte Radiology serves NC/SC area healthcare providers and patients through advanced imaging technology, 40 convenient locations, and 500 team members – 90% of whom directly touch patient care. Our mission and vision are to be recognized as the premier radiology expert, where people come first - solidified through collaborate teamwork and quality-driven, customer focused services.

Charlotte Radiology values each individuals’ unique perspectives. Here, you will be a valued member of a larger diverse and inclusive team of experts all invested in one common goal – delivering exceptional care to our patients.

Now offering relocation assistance! Sign on bonus starting at $10,000!

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Technologist will be responsible for assisting the Center Manager with the overall leadership and direction of the breast center, while ensuring high image quality and successful completion of exams. Along with staffing and quality and performance improvement efforts, the Lead Technologist will serve as an internal imaging expert for the center.

Shift Details - M - F / 7:30a - 4:30p

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Acts as on-site leadership in absence of center manager, helping to manage center activities
• Operate mammographic and other imaging equipment/devices in accordance with organizational protocols
• Position patients, using immobilization when necessary
• Evaluate radiographs for image quality, adjusting position, density, or contrast and obtaining additional images as needed
• Evaluate and present images to radiologists and perform additional post presentation images and/or diagnostic procedures, including ultrasound, core biopsy, and needle localization
• Prepare exam/procedure rooms and equipment for studies, ensuring cleanliness and adequate stock/inventory of clinical supplies
• Obtain, verify, and document all pertinent information for patient visits and procedures, including patient clinical history, prior imaging, orders, lab work, and authorization confirmation
• Identify care requirements relative to each patient’s age-specific needs
• Explain exams and procedures to patients
• Provide post procedural care information and follow up instructions as directed radiologists
• Use radiation safety measures and protective devices to comply with government regulations and ensure the safety of patients and staff
• Assist with onboarding and training new Mammography Technician I’s and II’s
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Licensing/Certification:

• Graduate of a 24-month AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology
• ARRT certification in radiography
• ARRT advanced certification in mammography
• BLS CPR
  
  

Experience (years And Type)

• 3 years mammography experience required
• Diagnostic experience required
• Healthcare management with direct supervisor preferred
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Computer literate
• Ability to read and interpret medical reports, extract pertinent information from them and present that information in a concise and appropriate manner
• Anatomic knowledge of breast tissue pattern and related structures as well as breast pathology and treatment of breast pathology
• Knowledge of radiographic technique and positioning.
• Knowledge of ultrasound positioning and anatomy
• Intimate knowledge of clinical site procedure and workflow as well as knowledge of departmental needs for smooth day to day operations
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent customer service, both internal and external
• Walking and standing for long periods of time
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Self-motivator, ability to multi-task, detail oriented, high level of confidentiality, comfortable with multiple computer applications, willingness to work in fast paced environment
  
  

Travel Required (% of time):

• 0 - 25%
  
  

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Primarily walking and standing
• Lift 25lbs
• Radiation, infectious disease, bloodborne pathogens, lifting, standing, floating coverage, overtime as needed
  
  

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Charlotte Radiology offers competitive base salary and comprehensive health and welfare benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, PTO, Telehealth, Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and 401k Retirement Savings.

Charlotte Radiology is an equal opportunity, at-will employer, and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.