Resource Coordinator Kish Breast Imaging Casual Days

Northwestern Medicine group; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Resource Coordinator Breast Imaging to support the imaging department in DeKalb. The role emphasizes ensuring safety, quality, and efficient patient flow within breast imaging services.

The coordinator will assist with scheduling, equipment maintenance, and QA initiatives. Ideal candidates are graduates of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program with ARRT Mammography or ARDMS Breast Ultrasound certification and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program.
• ARRT Mammography (M) OR ARDMS Breast Ultrasound (BR) certification.
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Perform breast imaging and bone density exams as required, ensuring adherence to certification standards and expected quality, safety, and performance benchmarks.
• Assist in the selection and recruitment of new team members, participating in the orientation and training of both new and existing staff.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs, providing recommendations for the acquisition of new equipment as needed.
• Support quality assurance programs within the department to maintain high standards of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in medical records and image archive systems.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Description

TheResource Coordinator Breast Imaging reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities:

• Perform breast imaging and bone density exams as required, ensuring adherence to certification standards and expected quality, safety, and performance benchmarks.
• Assist in the selection and recruitment of new team members, participating in the orientation and training of both new and existing staff.
• Monitor staff orientation processes and identify additional instructional needs to enhance team performance.
• Collaborate with the manager or director to establish and evaluate performance expectations for staff.
• Assist with staff scheduling and timecard approvals to ensure departmental efficiency.
• Prioritize, assign, and review work assignments, providing constructive feedback to management regarding staff performance.
• Ensure staffing levels align with department guidelines, maintaining optimal coverage and minimizing overtime.
• Monitor the utilization of supplies and equipment to maximize efficiency and cost containment; order and maintain necessary supplies for the department.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs, providing recommendations for the acquisition of new equipment as needed.
• Support quality assurance programs within the department to maintain high standards of care.
• Enforce departmental policies and procedures; assist in updating and developing procedure manuals and protocols for breast imaging.
• Assist with inspections and accreditations related to breast imaging to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Coordinate patient flow through the department, effectively resolving any scheduling issues that arise.
• Perform all necessary scanning of paperwork and duties related to the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
• Supports department with regulatory inspections and accreditations
• Perform additional duties as assigned to meet the evolving needs of the breast imaging department.
• Maintains accountability for patient safety throughout the imaging process, including screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
• Produces diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards.
• Applies professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges.
• Reviews images prior to exam completion and initiates corrective action when diagnostic adequacy is not met.
• Operates imaging equipment and maintains imaging room readiness.
• Identifies equipment performance issues and initiates follow-up through established service processes.
• Coordinates exam flow and prioritizes time-sensitive studies.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in medical record and image archive system, including exam set-up, image routing, result availability and charging accuracy.
• Adheres to organizational values, ethical standards, and compliance requirements

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program

Certification:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Mammography (M) OR American Registry for Diagnostic Sonographer (ARDMS) Breast Ultrasound (BR)
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

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