Mammography Supervisor

Kent Hospital; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital in Warwick, RI is seeking a Supervisor of Mammography to oversee the diagnostic imaging modality and ensure quality testing within the department.

The role includes supervising staff, coordinating schedules, maintaining accreditation, training, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, while supporting clinical operations and patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiology; Baccalaureate preferred.
• 5–7 years of related supervisory experience.
• ARRT Radiography with Mammography (M) certification required.
• CPR certification required.
• Strong knowledge of mammography and imaging procedures.
• Familiarity with infection control and sterilization practices.
• Ability to manage records and department admin processes.
• Understanding of federal/state regulations and quality practices.

Responsibilities

• Schedules, directs and assigns department work activities.
• Monitors staff performance and accreditation standards.
• Hires, interviews, evaluates staff and administers discipline.
• Addresses grievances and supports training/development.
• Manages workloads, staffing, and productivity for quality service.
• Communicates policies and procedures to personnel.
• Ensures onboarding and yearly competencies are performed.
• Monitors budgets and coordinates reports with Physicists if applicable.
• Keeps radiologists and staff informed about patient exams.
• Assists with policy/procedure development for the department.
• Performs technologist duties including biopsies or drainages as needed.
• Maintains radiation safety for staff and patients and stays current with seminars.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of mammography

Diagnostic imaging procedures

Infection control & aseptic technique

Operating mammography equipment

Medical terminology & patient care

Regulations & quality improvement

Education

Associate's Degree; Radiology field preferred

Tools

CPR certification

ARRT Radiography with Mammography

Job description

Job Summary

The Supervisor of Mammography is responsible for the supervision of the diagnostic imaging modality while providing quality testing in the department.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Schedules, directs and assigns employee work activities in department.
• Monitors and evaluates staff performance and monitors and maintains accreditation standards.
• Performs supervisory responsibilities such as hiring, interviewing, conducting performance evaluations and providing disciplinary actions.
• Addresses employee grievances and complaints in an appropriate manner.
• Assumes responsibility for training and development of employees. Monitors employee workload staffing patterns and productivity to assure continuous quality service.
• Assists in the communication of new or modified Hospital policies and procedures to personnel thoroughly and promptly.
• Ensures proper onboarding and yearly competencies are performed.
• Monitors labor and supply budgets reporting on variances.
• Maintains equipment in department and coordinates reports (i.e. Physicists) if applicable.
• Communicates with radiologists, physicians and hospital staff any necessary information as it relates to patient examinations.
• Assists with the development of policies and procedures for the department.
• Performs the duties of a technologist in the modality which can include assisting with biopsies and drainages.
• Provides radiation protection to self, patient and staff when applicable.
• Maintains current knowledge of specialty by attending seminars and in-services.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree Required, Bachelor's Degree Preferred. Field of study: Applied Science with Radiology.
• Minimum 5 to 7 Years of job-related experience.
• CPR certification required.
• ARRT certification in Radiography [RT(R)] with Mammography (M) certification required.
• Advanced knowledge of mammography and diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Knowledge of infection control, aseptic technique, and sterilization practices.
• Skilled in operating mammography equipment and related technology/computer systems.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state regulations and quality improvement practices.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and support departmental administrative processes.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.