Mammographer Technologist

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Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Summary * Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs. * Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative. * Assists with providing safe, age appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures. * Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. * Responsible for performing various technical procedures requiring independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. * Able to independently perform job functions. * Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure. * Must maintain minimum FDA/MQSA requirements for continuing education, experience and equipment. * Able to document results of QC/QA accurately and timely on approved ACR or OEM forms. * Keeps abreast of new rules and regulations set forth by ACR and/or FDA/MQSA. * Must be primary QC tech at facility, performing at least the required QC at the facility. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Maintains Quality Control Program * Perform daily quality control functions for Selenia and Dimensions units per FDA & ACR regulations. * Document daily quality control results and notify supervisor of any abnormal findings or concerns. * Perform monitor and phantom testing for satellite facilities read at the Kennestone location. * Report all repairs to Medical Imaging Biomed. * Report quarterly repeat rates. Maintain Quality Assurance Program * Maintain all credentials for technologists, radiologists and physicist according to FDA and ACR guidelines. * Prepare for annual ACR & FDA inspection. * Prepare for ACR inspections. * Work with physicist to remain knowledgeable of new and current regulations. * Gather peer review information for radiologists and system. * Assure all physicist recommendations are corrected within 30 days. Tracking and Observation * Utilize current tracking system for data collecting statistics. * Perform mock surveys. * Communicate all safety concerns and participate in performance Improvement opportunities. * Assure all physician and patient letters are mailed out within 30 days. * Work closely with the Interventional nurse and tech extender for patient tracking. * Assist with pending work reports to assure timely interpretations. * Assist Radiologist with statistics. * Build tumor board roster in PACS. Assist in other modalities and/or locations as needed * Assist other satellite facilities that need QC/QA guidance. * Understands pre and post procedural care. * Demonstrates and understands sterile technique. * Assist patients with education and reducing anxiety. * Attends departmental meetings giving updates and presentations regarding stats and PI activities. Meets Service Recovery and Customer Service Guidelines as needed * Ability to work in a tracking system environment. * Provides privacy for patients, family members and customers. * Utilizes appropriate AIDET techniques. * Assist Outcomes Department with clinical information regarding patients. * Direct patients with financial concerns to the appropriate department. Other Responsibilities * Performs other duties as assigned. * Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: * Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiology Technology Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. * ARRT-R - ARRT Radiography * ARRT-M - ARRT Mammography * BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: * Minimum 1 year of experience as a Mammography Tech Required Required Minimum Skills: * Competent in all aspects of Mammography, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection. * Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as to how they affect the quality of a procedure. * Competent to perform all quality control / quality assurance tests based on ACR recommendations and OEM recommendations. * Able to document results of QC/QA accurately and timely on approved ACR or OEM forms. * Keeps abreast of new rules and regulations set forth by ACR and/or FDA/MQSA. * Must exhibit excellent communication skills because this position requires frequent verbal and written communications with: physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and nursing staff. * The employee obtains, presents and discusses clinical information regarding job responsibilities on a routine basis. * Candidate must be able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill, and obtain cooperation with all contacts. * Must possess the ability to function independently and under pressure while still actively participating in a team environment. * Position requires the employee to exhibit excellent customer service skills at all times. * Must be able to perform effectively in a stressful and fast paced work environment. * Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately. * Must be detail oriented and have the capacity to effectively multitask throughout the work shift. * Must have excellent communication skills and the capacity to interact professionally with a variety of customers, including but not limited to patients, families, co-workers, volunteers, and physicians throughout the work shift. * Must possess the ability to function independently, yet productively as a cooperative team member with various work teams associated with the position. * Must be compliant, with a willingness to follow all Hospital policies as well as the established practices, protocols and procedures of the position, Department and applicable professional standards. * Competent in all aspects of Mammography, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection. * Must have an understanding of anatomy and pathology as to how they affect the quality of a procedure. 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