This position will perform a variety of standard mammography procedures with emphasis on screening and diagnostic mammograms in a safe and efficient manner. He/She will also maintains compliance with Federal, State and Regional regulations;as well as maintain compliance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act. This position will provide education to patients on breast health awareness.
Essential Functions:
- Performs mammography exams
- Documents patient assessment and history
- Provides patient education
- Operates computer and mammography equipment for image production and documentation
- Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity
- Performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal images
- Enters and properly completes all patient information including exam charges and supplies into the Radiology Information System (RIS).
- Prepares films for interpretation by the radiologist in an accurate and timely manner
- Exhibits flexibility and adaptability to unique needs of the department and respond appropriately.
- Communicate abnormal situations to proper sources in a way that facilitates resolution and/or tracking
- Actively engages other health care providers (radiologist, surgeons, specialist, sonographers) to ensure quality, continuity and appropriateness of care.
- Follows department procedures/processes/policies
- Practices safety measures in radiography by adhering to all governing regulations
- Follows universal precautions, infection control guidelines and sterile technique
- Complies with all governing regulations
- Stocks and cleans exam rooms/work areas
- Other duties as assigned
- Applies the profession's code of ethics in all aspects of practice
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- ARRT Radio logic Technologist registration AND ARRT Mammography registration. Registry eligible to take the mammography examination, providing the employee obtains registration within one (1) year (this only applies to existing employees completing in-house mammography training).
- BCLS
- One (1) year experience as a Radiologic Technologist required.
- Basic Knowledge of MQSA and ACR guidelines
- Basic Knowledge of Mammography Quality Control and Quality Assurance
- General knowledge of policies and procedures for the delivery of healthcare services.
- Basic PC (keyboarding & navigation) skills
- Complete a Customer Service Assessment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two (2) years experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred
- Customer service aptitude demonstrated through Customer Service Assessment
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen.
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