The Radiology Department is a specialty medical service that offers a wide range of imaging techniques to diagnose and treat a broad range of medical conditions. The Diagnostic Section utilizes ionizing radiation through the use x-rays, radiography and fluoroscopy. At UCSF Medical Center, we offer the full spectrum of techniques, using the most advanced equipment. Combined with Bone Densitometry, Mammography, CT scans, MRI, PET, Ultrasound and Interventional we perform more than 500,000 procedures annually. In fact, a number of radiology advancements and applications were developed here.

The Radiology Supervisor in Mammography is responsible for having a current CRT with the State of California and a current Mammography Certification with the State of California. Supervises all technologists and ancillary support staff under their direct supervision, training new employees, organizing the work flow, coordination of daily work schedules and shift coverage, knowledgeable in all procedures, and enhancing image quality. They are accountable for overseeing day-to-day operations of the Imaging department and ensuring safe, efficient care of patients while maintaining fiscal responsibility for staff and supply levels.

They are responsible for the productivity of the department and staff. Strong leadership skills are essential. The ability to effectively communicate with staff, patients and family members as well as physicians and other health care providers is required.

The supervisor is a role-model and ambassador for the department and must provide exception customer service and service recoveries. Responsible for attending various operations, safety and scheduling meetings and communicating essential information to the staff.

Required qualifications:

• Clinical practice knowledge and applied background in a mammography modality. Knowledge of terms, concepts, and protocols. Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge in an acute care setting to improve operations.
• 2-3 years of current or previous supervisory skills
• 10 years of imaging experience. Previous management or supervisory experience in in healthcare environment is preferred.
• Flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate shifts, sites and Lead coverage for weekends and holidays
• Ensures compliance with licensing and regulatory standards (Federal, State, and ACR) in Mammography including assurance of accurate audit of required statistics. Manage and help implement appropriate data collection of information needed to monitor clinical, operational, and financial outcomes, as well as MQSA QA/QC standards. Strong experience in regulatory FDA and MQSA QA/QC standards.
• Ability to organize division operations in an efficient and effective manner through improving Radiology processes, protocols, databases, and technology.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with physicians, researchers, radiology technologists, and other clinical staff. Interpersonal skills to work with a variety of patient populations and show sensitivity.
• Interpersonal skills to collaborate within and across departments.
• Skills to diagnose and troubleshoot equipment issues and software malfunctions in order to contact appropriate service personnel. Demonstrated ability to solve problems and suggest solutions within defined procedures and policies through critical thinking
• Proven analytical abilities and problem solving skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify options for resolution. Demonstrates sound judgement.
• Verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate through all mediums and with all groups. Demonstrated abilities to listen actively, persuade, advise, and counsel.
• Maintain and update the Breast Imaging Policy and Procedure manual.
• Direct responsibility of personnel performance evaluations for Breast Imaging.
• Collaborates with Regional Radiology managers regarding performance and reviews.
• Provides assistance in making decisions on appropriate staffing, termination, and other personnel activities. Plans, implements, and evaluates staff development.
• Demonstrates competency in the following procedures: Cyst aspirations, Abscess drainage, Fine Needle Aspirations, Ultrasound Guided Core Biopsies, Stereotactic Core Biopsies to include specimen collection, Post stereo procedure Imaging for clip placement, Pre-surgical wire localizations under ultrasound guidance, pre-surgical wire localization freehand and grid with mammography guidance involving imaging breast with needle in place, pre-surgical wire localizations under stereotactic guidance to include wire imaging, ductograms and surgical specimen radiography. Magnetic seed placement under ultrasound, mammographic, and stereotactic guidance.
  

Required Certifications/Licensures:

• CRT Mammography (M)
• CRT Requires (CRT) California Radiology Technologist
• AHA BLS
  

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• 2-3 years previous supervisory skills
• ARRT