Lead Breast Imaging Technologist

				Overview:

We are now offering a sign-on incentive of $7,500 for external candidates!

Working under the direction of the Breast Imaging Manager and Breast Imaging Clinical Director, the Lead Breast Imaging technologist is responsible for performing all technical procedures within breast imaging as described in the DFCI Imaging Policy Manual along with enhanced duties and responsibilities (e.g., regulatory/accreditation activities, QA/QI/QC, technical audits, resolving patient complaints, etc.).  All breast imaging technologist positions, including the Lead Technologist, are responsible for the delivery of safe and effective imaging procedures, participating in departmental education programs, quality control, training, participating in organizational and departmental goals and priorities and active involvement in Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement (QA/QI) activities.  Each breast imaging technologist position requires a close working relationship with Imaging professional, nursing, and technical staff, as well as with providers, investigators, and their staff. The Lead Breast Imaging technologist will work with stakeholders, peers, and leaders to create and sustain a culture that fosters excellence, impact, and discovery of innovative and novel approaches towards the eradication of cancer and related diseases.     

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

Responsibilities:

* Adheres to established departmental policies and procedures; fosters communication and collaboration among the clinical, technical and support staff; ensures that business and patient information is properly handled according to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines.
* Maintains and ensures patient, staff and environmental safety; maintains proper infection control; maintains orderliness and cleanliness in the workplace and self; demonstrates an understanding of all radiation safety issues (e.g., Image Gently, Image Wisely, etc.) and follow radiation safety procedures to ensure patient safety.
* Ensures that all appropriate regulatory, accreditation, and institutional requirements are met, and participates in departmental and institutional quality assurance/quality improvement (QA/QI) programs. 
* Communicates relevant information in a compassionate and professional manner to patients undergoing procedures, ensures that all patients have a thorough understanding of the procedures to be performed, assist with various operational duties such as monitoring patient flow while utilizing the scheduling and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
* Under the direction of the Breast Imaging Manager/Supervisor, all Breast Imaging Technologists perform all technical procedures within their respective modality obtaining high quality images; ensures that all imaging systems operate at levels of accepted standards and are properly maintained, and if necessary takes corrective action; performs required quality control on all imaging equipment and devices; manages imaging datasets (e.g., transfer, archive, and retrieval); maintains all necessary records and reports in a correct, timely, and efficient manner.
* Performs all other duties and responsibilities as directed.

ENHANCED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

These responsibilities should be considered as enhancements to the Breast Imaging Technologist.  Enhanced duties and responsibilities of the Lead Breast Imaging Technologist include:

* Serves as the point person for technical related activities, issues, or concerns for their primary location (e.g., Mammography Van, Chestnut Hill, Longwood, etc.) and will be expected to travel to and perform mammography services at other locations on occasion. 
* Participates in quality assurance/quality improvement initiatives, quality control activities, patient satisfaction, timely appointment access, etc. and assists with the implementation of improvement plans if results are not meeting expectations. Assess equipment performance, troubleshooting technical issues, and coordinates necessary maintenance activities (e.g., service calls, PMs, physics testing etc.). 
* Working under the direction of the manager, oversees daily operation, assists with staffing schedule, add-on requests, technical call-backs, and ensuring QA/QI/QC activities are completed in a timely manner (e.g., repeat analysis, EQUIP, etc.).  
* Participates in accreditation and regulatory activities (e.g., registering new equipment, decommissioning equipment, auditing staff and equipment records, organizing quality control data, technical review, accreditation and/or reaccreditation of equipment, etc.) in compliance with accrediting and regulatory agencies (The Joint Commission, American College of Radiology, MA Department of Public Health Radiation Control Program, Mammography Quality Standards Act, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). 

* Serves as a back-up resource and assists the Breast Imaging Supervisor and/or Manager with the training of new staff including orientation, performing technical competency assessments, working with Patient Family Relations to address patient/family feedback/complaints, and facilitates add-on requests from providers.

* Works in collaboration with the Program Managers, Breast Imaging Supervisor, Breast Imaging Manager, and Breast Imaging Clinical Director to analyze, research and develop plans to grow the Breast Imaging program. 
* Performs all other duties and responsibilities as directed.

Qualifications:

* Must be a graduate of an accredited imaging technology program (e.g., Radiography, Nuclear Medicine)  
* 3 years hospital-based experience in an imaging discipline
* Current Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License/Radiography category
* Current Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License/Mammography category
* Current ARRT Radiography (RT-R) registration
* Current ARRT Mammography (RT-M) registration 
* Current BLS certification or must obtain an active BLS certification within 90-days of hire

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

* Excellent technical skills, producing optimal quality images.
* Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills to effectively work with peers, leadership, faculty and various teams.
* Knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office and Microsoft Outlook
* Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally with peers, leadership, and external contacts.
* Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality and be detail oriented.
* Excellent ability to organize, prioritize, and follow through.
* Be able to work independently and/or with a team in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize workload.

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong.  As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff.  Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer
			

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