Mammography Supervisor

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors.

Bargaining Unit:

UUP

Job Summary:

The Department of Radiology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Mammography Supervisor. The successful candidate will: 

• Supervise and perform the duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative in the utilization of Diagnostic Imaging equipment.
• Ensure that all standard of care is met for our patient population.
• Ensure standards for all regulatory agencies such as the Joint Commission, ACR, FDA, and NY Dept. of Health are met.
• Provide area assignments of personnel and coordinates activities within the department, with other departmental activities and services of the hospital.
• Be responsible for the procurement and storage of supplies.
• Be responsible for providing statistical information to determine work patterns, patient flow, budgetary information, and fiscal requirements.
• Provide good customer service to our patent population and co-workers. 
• Become fully knowledgeable of departmental policies and procedures including quality assurance and performance improvement.
• Develop and introduce new techniques and procedures.
• Monitor and enhance the program for QC and QA standards; provides supervisory oversight for Mammography and Bone Density Department; ensures staff compliance with patient identification standards.
• Ensure staff compliance with infection control standards to include PPE (personal protective equipment) guidelines.
• Demonstrate the ability to provide resolution for various operational Issues in radiology and to communicate such with different levels of hospital personnel.
• Perform mammography imaging procedures at a technical level; includes obtaining a pertinent clinical and medical history of patients.
• Demonstrate knowledge in the effects of radiation exposure, radiation procedures, computer applications, and Imaging techniques.
• Be responsible for safety precautions for patients and workers in regards to radiation exposure.
• Assist in training student technologists and medical students rotating through the department.
• Assist in orientation and implementation of new techniques, research projects, and In-service educations, as directed.
• Assist with radiology performance improvement projects to include data collections
• Demonstrate accountability for departmental-related duties and responsibilities.
• Utilize computerized patient information systems, including Radiology Information System, PACS, PenRad, and Hologic equipment 

Required Qualifications:

• New York State X-Ray Licensure.
• ARRT certified in Mammography.
• 5 years of hospital-based experience in mammography imaging procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor of Science Degree.

Work Schedule:

8:00am to 4:00pm; Monday to Friday (Full-Time)

Salary Grade/Rank:

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Executive Order:

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at 718-270-3025.