Mammography Specialist Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center Full Time at Sharp HealthCare

Hours:Shift Start Time:VariableShift End Time:VariableAWS Hours Requirement:8/40 - 8 Hour ShiftAdditional Shift Information:Weekend Requirements:As NeededOn-Call Required:NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):$49.700 - $64.130 - $71.820This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with SEIU-UHW. As part of the terms of employment employees in this role are required to join the union within 31 days of hire and remain a member (e.g. dues paying fee paying religious exception contributor) for the duration of the collective bargaining agreement.This position was originally posted to ratified SEIU members from 10/29/2025 to 11/5/2025. The position is now available to be filled by internal candidates that are not members of the ratified Bargaining Unit or External candidates to Sharp.Please Note:As part of our recruitment process you may receive communication from Dawn our virtual recruiting assistant. Dawn helps coordinate scheduling for screening calls and interviews to ensure a smooth and timely experience. Rest assured all candidate evaluations and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and hiring teams.What You Will DoUnder the direction of the Manager/Supervisor is responsible for directing day-to-day activities of the department; mentoring of the technical and support staff. To perform a wide variety of technical procedures with quality patient care assisting Physicians as needed. Responsible for MQSA and ACR Accreditation and IDXRAD Mammography module to include statistics and tracking.Required QualificationsSatisfactory completion of formal training program in an AMA approved school and meets the requirements of an appropriate State and/or Federal mandated certification or equivalent.2 Years technical experience.Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) - CA Department of Public Health -REQUIREDCertified Mammography (M)(ARRT) - ARRT -REQUIREDAHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIREDPreferred Qualifications1 Year mammography administration experience.ARRT Certificate - ARRT -PREFERREDEssential FunctionsDaily operationsEnsures all exams are completed properly and all images are accounted for by the end of the shift.Verify physicians written order and assures appropriate clinical indication of ordered exams.Begin exams in IDX/RAD.Accurately complete exams in IDX/RAD filling out appropriate information (contrast fluoroscopy time QC resource technical modifiers technologist/student/RN/Radiologist).Evaluate work completed in department matches billed exam. Provide correct coding of exams billing modifiers and supplies.Depart patient in IDX/RAD when appropriate.Ensure film jacket is properly labeled.Ensure paperwork is filed appropriately.Develop and maintain competencies and orientation for mammography technologist.Provide technical support expertise and professional judgment.Is a resource to other team members staff and physicians. Shares resources and information with others.Assist coworkers with tasks.Assist with other imaging as directed by the Manager/Supervisor.Patient and family educationProvides pre and post procedure education and reassurance to include but not limited to: what the procedure is how long it is going to take physician involved contrast administration and mode of delivery positioning instructions related to procedure the report patient satisfaction form.Interacts and communicates in a manner to reflect an understanding of the patients age culture state of health level of comprehension.Communicates and interacts with the patients family in a way that is perceived positive and supportive while maintaining patient confidentiality.Produce high quality examsEnsures optimal image QA performs procedures according to department protocol.Understands and applies appropriate imaging techniques.Positions according to department imaging protocols.Labels and identifies studies correctly using legal marker set.Uses imaging equipment proficiently.Uses imaging agents (contrast) according to protocol.Quality assuranceVerifies patient identification and pregnancy status through the use of double identifiers (name and DOB).Implements efficient and therapeutic care.Performs proper procedure on proper patient.Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions and sterile techniques.Observes the patient reports any changes in status and initiates appropriate action to ensure a positive outcome. Follows patients Advanced Directive.Maintains strict patient confidentiality keeps work discussion professional and limited to private areas.Regulatory responsibilitiesAssist with maintaining MQSA and ACR Accreditation manage IDXRAD Mammography module to include statistics and tracking.Perform Mammo QC on a daily weekly or yearly basis as needed.Perform any other Mammo QC required by ACR Standards as directed.Keeps abreast of new developments in field discipline or functional area. Stay current on regulatory requirements gather information and assists inspector.Manage IDX/RAD mammography module and ensuring that all follow up is completed.Assist with preparing for annual inspection of MQSA.Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation age status as a protected veteran among other things or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Abinitio,Administration And Accounting,Android,Bid Management,Inventory Management,Embedded C Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 49 - 71