Mammography Technologist

Location:Central Headquarters3801 Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdKansas City, MO 64130, USATo perform screening and diagnostic mammography exams as well as some radiological exams. To assume quality assurance and quality control duties. Must be current with the ARRT and other according to bodies to perform mammography exams. Will have responsibilities to lead both ACR Accreditation and MQSA Inspections. Responsible for equipment maintenance by calling for appropriate service and assuring preventative maintenance is performed. Swope Health Radiology is committed and focused on increased diagnosis and treatment of breast disease, and to assist their family members providing high quality patient care.Primary Functions:Demonstrates and exceeds all requirements for mammography technologist, as set forth in MQSA guidelines.Performs daily monitor QC, and weekly, monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual QC testing on the mammography machine.Assists with QA activities including the yearly medical audit and EQUIP to ensure compliance with MQSA.Assists in ensuring operation of mammography equipment by troubleshooting, calling for appropriate service, and assuring preventative maintenance is performed.Utilizes mammography tracking systems to ensure results and follow ups are communicated correctly and in a timely manner.Helps to assist other technologists with daily exams, scanning, scheduling, sending and receiving images through the cloud and other coordinative and administrative activities necessary to accomplish the exacting and supportive services of the Radiology department.Monitors daily workload to ensure timely service and meet client satisfaction and turnaround expectations.Communicates effectively with staff and clients, responding efficiently to questions, issues and concerns.Helps in maintaining and updating Mammography policies and procedures.Maintains a working knowledge of current trends and technologies in radiology/breast cancer awareness.Uses critical thinking skills to solve concerns within the Mammography Department.Continuous quality improvement principles.Maintains a clean working environment by following proper infection control techniques and policies.Swope Health Services supports its team members with:Medical benefits (including a Health Savings Account option), dental and vision401(k) retirement plan with company matchCompany-paid benefits such as life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Short- and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountPaid Days Off beginning at 12 days annually, effective the first day of employmentEight annual company-paid holidays; One annual paid personal day.About Swope Health Services:Each year, Swope Health serves over 45,000 patients, encompassing more than 200,000 visits in four counties on both sides of the state line. Our team members are proud of the work we do and the promise we've made – delivering coordinated care that values the needs of the whole person and championing better health in our community. Swope Health is a special place that cares for the people who need it most, wherever they are in the community. As part of our promise to battle health inequities and provide high-quality, comprehensive care, we make care visible. That means we proudly deliver our promise through every action, every day.

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