Mammography Coordinator

Lifepoint Health; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Mammography Coordinator to support the daily operations of the Radiology Department and to act as a systems super user. You will monitor productivity, handle charge reconciliation, and lead quality control initiatives while supervising students.

The role requires ARRT certification in Radiography and Mammography, plus BLS. Join a team committed to patient care, education, and professional development within a large health system.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification in Radiography is required.
• ARRT in Mammography is required.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with daily operations of the Radiology Department and serves as a systems super user.
• Monitors productivity, assists with Kronos timekeeping, charging and charge reconciliation, and quality control.
• Supervises students and helps with procedures, protocol adherence, and patient flow.

Skills

ARRT certification in Radiography

ARRT in Mammography

BLS

Job description

Mammography Coordinator

Your experience matters

Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Mammography Coordinator joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

The Mammography Coordinator assists with the daily operations of the Radiology Department. Daily operational activities include but are not limited to: functioning as systems super user, monitoring productivity and assisting with time keeping (Kronos), charging and charge reconciliation, quality control and performance improvement, and supervising students. Additional responsibilities include:

• Demonstrates knowledge of clinical information and practices essential to assuring provision of age-specific care to all age groups.

• Verifies patient identification, confirms physician orders, obtains patient history/ forms, assesses patient condition, explains procedures, provides patient education, and addresses patient concerns prior to performing exams.

• Performs a variety of radiological exams that require independent judgment and utilization of proper positioning, protocols, and techniques to obtain a quality diagnostic image to meet radiologist specifications. Identifies normal anatomy and/or unusual findings. Rotates within the department and performs exams in multiple modalities, works various shifts and participates in call rotation as required for the proper functioning of the department.

• Demonstrates proficiency in the operation and proper handling of all diagnostic equipment and computer systems utilized within the department. Maintains all equipment and accessories in efficient operating order; performs equipment QC, ensures preventative maintenance is performed as required, contacts service for repairs when necessary.

• Maintains knowledge of contrast media and medications utilized within the department including contraindications and possible side effects. Demonstrates the ability to prepare and administer contrast according to departmental protocols. Recognizes significant adverse reactions and acts appropriately.

• Assists radiologists/physicians with procedures as required. Ensures that standard precautions/sterile techniques and time out procedures are utilized.

• Maintains communication and cooperation with radiologist and other ancillary departments regarding changes in protocol, scheduling of procedures, exams performed and patient flow.

• Performs clerical duties, provides clinical supervision, and assists in patient transport as needed.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

• License/Certifications:

  • ARRT certification in Radiography is required

  • ARRT in Mammography is required

• BLS required.

More about Memorial Medical Center

Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed acute medical/surgical teaching hospital located in Las Cruces, NM, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.