Mammography Coordinator

aah; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health through Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center – Radiology: Breast Health seeks a full-time Radiologic Technologist specializing in mammography. The role supports regulatory requirements across Wake Area locations and handles QA duties, patient care, and imaging procedures.

The ideal candidate holds ARRT registration in radiology and mammography, an associate degree in radiologic technology, and MQSA/ACR knowledge, with CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology with MQSA knowledge.
• Three years' mammography experience and MQSA/ACR familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mammography reporting system and communicate results to patients and physicians.
• Oversee Mammography Quality Assurance program and MQSA-compliant meetings.
• Assist with ACR accreditation and ensure Breast Care Center designation.
• Perform or assist diagnostic procedures under radiation protection regulations.
• Maintain patient records with accurate data entry and image archiving.

Skills

Analytical skills

Professional communication

Prioritization

Independent and team work

Office software (Excel/Word)

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology

Job description

Department: 36380 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Radiology: Breast Health

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday-Friday, Daytime

This role will support regulatory requirements at all Wake Area locations

Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Associate's degree (or Two-Year Professional Program) from an approved school of Radiologic Technology with three years' experience performing mammographic procedures. Mammography Quality Assurance (QA) Tech experience. Knowledge of MQSA and ACR requirements.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION: Valid registration by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists. ARRT certification in both Radiology and Mammography (meeting all MQSA/FDA requirements to perform Breast imaging). CPR certification required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 1. Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building. Follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Assumes responsibility for keeping informed about changes in policies and procedures. Participates in departmental in-service and educational offerings. Contributes to the overall quality of services.
• 2. Maintains the Mammography reporting system by accurately and efficiently entering patient information related to mammography findings and pathology results. Ensures result communication to the patient and provides follow-up to physician recommendations.
• 3. Provides oversight of the Mammography Quality Assurance program. Schedules regular QA meetings as required by MQSA to include all appropriate attendees and reviews equipment QA program to ensure compliance with all MQSA and ACR regulatory guidelines.
• 4. Assists with ACR accreditation on all breast imaging equipment, including form completion and optimal quality image identification for ACR review in an effort to ensure Breast Care Center of Excellence designation is maintained.
• 5. Performs or assists in performing diagnostic procedures in accordance with applicable state Regulation for Protection Against Radiation. Maintains appropriate education and credentials.
• 6. Maintains coordinator of activities with others to accomplish work objectives.
• 7. Maintains knowledge of procedures, equipment and systems used to perform job functions. Ensures availability of supplies and readiness of equipment. Reports equipment malfunctions promptly and appropriately.
• 8. Ensures accurate patient records via correct data entry, validation and archival of images.
• 9. Provides age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with Age/Development Specific Guidelines for the specific age groups served when participating in patient care.
• 10. Provides instruction, education and consultation to health care personnel and patients to promote improved quality of patient care.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Analytical skills necessary for problem assessment and solution Ability to communicate on a professional level with physicians, nurses and other ancillary professional staff when discussing patient care procedures and problems Ability to prioritize work assignments and adjust tasks as needed Ability to work independently and as part of a team as the situation arises Solid computer office application skills e.g. Excel, Word

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Possible exposure to infections and contagious diseases Possible exposure to risk of blood-borne diseases Frequent exposure to radiation hazards Exposure to a variety of electro-mechanical hazards Subject to injury from moving parts of equipment Subject to varying and unpredictable situations Handles emergency and crisis situations Subject to many interruptions Occasionally subject to irregular hours Handles absentee replacement on short notice

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.