Mammography Technologist

Performs a full range of screening and diagnostic imaging procedures to provide optimum information for the diagnosis and treatment of patients. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE Must possess current licensure as required by state board where services will be provided: MD: Radiographer license through the Maryland Board of Physicians OH: Radiographer license through the Ohio Board of Radiology PA: No state license is required WV: Radiography License through the West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board. Registered in Radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Registered in Mammography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT). Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire. State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable), as required for regulated areas. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE ARRT Certification in Mammography upon hire. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. Plans the performance of the imaging procedure based on needs of the patient (to include all exams within job scope.). Works to continually develop skill sets and become competent in ALL exams within job scope defined by leadership. Maintains an expertise in anatomy, physiology and pathology relative to imaging in order to optimize the procedure and ensure patient care/safety. Positions and compresses the patient accurately for procedure and fully images all breast tissue. Minimizes radiation exposure to patients and staff by shielding and correctly selecting exposure factors. Evaluates images for compliance with protocol, image density, contrast, detail, positioning, compression and absence of image artifact. Assures proper patient identification appears on every image. Educates patient regarding mammographic procedures by explaining the procedure and answering questions accordingly. Documents imaging activities accurately and consistently in accordance with ACR and federal mandates. Engages in problem solving, crisis management, and systems implementation with physicians, nursing, technical and support personnel throughout the hospital. Performs a full range of mammographic imaging quality control tests in accordance with the manufacturer and documents them in the Mammography Quality Control Track module. Displays imaging techniques, patient care and guest relation behaviors in accordance with the ARRT Code of Ethics, Administrative Policies and Procedures, Radiology Department Policies, Mammography, State and Federal Regulations, and The Joint Commission guidelines. Reports equipment failures immediately upon identification. Maintains clean, neat and well stocked procedure area. Prepares contrast agents, specific pharmaceuticals and sterile trays and devices for invasive mammographic procedures. Maintains MQSA compliance. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Differentiate various shades of gray as depicted on a black and white television monitor or photograph. Stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day. Lift, push and pull up to 10 pounds of weight. Carry items of up to 20 pounds. WORKING ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to; moving mechanical parts; airborne particles; body fluids; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to prioritize and deal with a variety of situations simultaneously. Ability to interact positively with patients, families, and members of the Health Care Team. ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION Scheduled Weekly Hours: 8 Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. Cost Center: 6461 WH Mammography Southpointe Address: 555 Southpointe Boulevard Canonsburg Pennsylvania EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and largest private employer, providing care to communities across West Virginia, Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. The integrated academic health system includes 25 hospitals and five institutes, with more than 3,500 licensed beds, 4,000 clinicians, 39,000 employees, and $8.5 billion in annual operating revenues. Anchoring the system in Morgantown, West Virginia, are WVU Hospitals, an 880-bed academic medical center, and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital. Together, the Health System’s hospitals, clinics, and specialty programs provide a comprehensive continuum of care, ranging from community-based primary and specialty services to highly complex, quaternary care and post-acute care. #J-18808-Ljbffr