Imaging Technologist - Casual Mammographer Procedures

Imaging Technologist - Casual Mammographer Procedures

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Breast Center - Coon Rapids, MN 55433

Overview

Salary Range $37.53 - $50.76 Hourly Position Type Casual Education Level RT(R) Required

Description

0.2 FTE Casual Mammographer scheduled 2 days a pay period and an opportunity to pick up additional days as needed.

JOB TITLE : Imaging Technologist Mammographer, Procedures, Diagnostics, and Screenings

LOCATION: Breast Center Coon Rapids

REPORTS TO: Clinic Manager or Lead Technologist

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY : None

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Perform mammography exams and procedures according to established protocols to provide quality images and patient care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform all mammography exams and procedures according to established protocols to provide quality images and patient care in a timely manner. Obtain patient history, answer questions, and provide the patient with information about the exam and/or procedure so they are comfortable and thoroughly understand it. Work with the radiologists, referring clinics and/or patients to ensure the appropriate exams, films and medical records are correct and prepared for the exam. Ensure all necessary paperwork is accurate and complete for the radiologist, referring clinic and the patient's medical records. Incorporate company values into daily interactions with internal and external customers. Other duties may include, but are not limited to, training new employees, stocking and/or ordering department supplies and assisting in other departments.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS : RT (R) from an approved educational program required. 6-12 months mammography experience preferred. RT (R)(M) registration required within one year of working in modality and maintained in good standing. Tomo experience preferred. CPR certification required within 6 month of hire and maintained in good standing. Knowledge of basic radiologic principles, procedures, methods and techniques required. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology required. Excellent patient care, problem solving, organizational, communication and technical skills required. Ability to work independently, in a team, and with all levels of the organization required. Ability to prioritize tasks and take initiative required. Demonstrate knowledge of safety-related work behaviors to ensure a safe work environment. Must be competent in using a computer keyboard, email, MS Word, Centricity and PACS or similar applications.

DAILY PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIRED FOR PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: Requires a moderate amount of sitting, standing, walking, reaching, gripping, twisting, turning and repetitive motion; some bending, kneeling, squatting, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, telephone and other office equipment. Ability to assist patients to walk, sit, stand and move to and from the exam table, wheelchair and/or Hoyer lift.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS: High-Potential exposure to communicable diseases, blood products, bodily fluids and/or hazardous materials common to a radiology setting. High-Potential exposure to ionizing radiation exams rooms and/or involved in the use of ionizing radiation common to a radiology setting.

BENEFITS: We offer affordable Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance. Other benefits: Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Funeral leave, Wellness Program, Flexible Spending Account, 401k Match and Profit Sharing.