Quality Improvement Coordinator Mammography - GMC - Full Time - Days

Baylor Scott & White Health; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Radiology Quality Improvement Coordinator specialized in Mammography. This role involves ensuring compliance with federal standards, coordinating quality control processes, and training staff in best practices for mammographic procedures. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree, substantial experience in regulatory compliance, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary and a $7,500 sign-on bonus for eligible applicants.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one

Vision and dental coverage

Domestic partner coverage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Radiologic Technology required.
• Minimum of 11 years relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates compliance with Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA).
• Prepares documentation for quality audits.
• Conducts staff training for new protocols.

Skills

Knowledge of protocols

Quality control coordination

Compliance education

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Graduate from Specialty Training Program - Radiologic Technology

Job description

Job Summary $7,500 sign on bonus for eligible applicants!! Under the direction of the Mammography Modality Manager and the Mammography Physician leadership, the Radiology Quality Improvement Coordinator - Mammography oversees all regulatory compliance issues, including all aspects of the Mammography Quality Standards Act as defined by the FDA and ACR. Responsible for preparation for federal inspections and ACR accreditation. Responsible for coordination of tasks and documentation for Quality Assurance. Ensures the department consistently produces high-quality mammographic exams and procedures to aid in medical diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.

Job Duties

1. Coordinates activities/tasks to maintain compliance and accreditation with the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and the American College of Radiology (ACR).
2. Demonstrates high-level knowledge of established protocols and provides education and feedback to technologists to enhance patient care and image quality.
3. Works closely with Mammography Technologists, Physicians, RNs, Physicists, and Bio Med to ensure compliance with MQSA regulations.
4. Provides QC resources and education to all Geisinger mammography sites.
5. Prepares, modifies, and updates all Quality control documentation.
6. Performs frequent reviews of all clinics' QC records with onsite visits to ensure compliance with MQSA.
7. Coordinates all annual Inspections and documentation required by MQSA or ACR.
8. Collaborates with radiologists, managers, sales representatives, and supply chain to ensure cost-effective and standardized inventory management.
9. Develops and implements a quality-learning environment for technologists, patients, families, students, and coworkers.
10. Contributes to staff meetings, organizes in-services, conducts continuing education, and performs quality assurance work as required.
11. Provides training and guidance for the orientation of new staff and new exam protocols.
12. Oversees implementation of new processes under the direction of the Mammography Modality Manager and Section Director, and completes compliance audits as needed.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The role involves satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with organizational policies and procedures. The statements provided are not exhaustive but represent typical elements necessary for successful job performance. Additional competencies outlined in department-specific orientations are also essential.

Position Details

*Relevant experience may combine related work experience and degree obtained (Associate's Degree = 2 years; Bachelor's Degree = 4 years).

2 years of experience preferred in imaging-specific regulatory compliance coordination and process improvement/project coordination.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Required), Graduate from Specialty Training Program - Radiologic Technology (Required)

Experience

Minimum of 11 years of relevant experience (Required), Minimum of 7 years in imaging (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Mammography Technologist RT(R)(M) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Our Purpose & Values

Our work is centered on caring for our patients, members, students, Geisinger family, and communities. We value kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. We offer comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment, recognizing that diversity enhances our team and improves patient care. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from women and minorities, and providing consideration regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.