Mammography Tech - PRN Shift

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 patients 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 a wide variety of 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. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions Equipment: Demonstrates the ability to adjust technique so that patient receives the best study possible and that image quality is maintained. Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider. Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department cleaning schedule. Operates all radiographic equipment in a safe and competent manner. Patient care: Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions. Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification and uses right and left markers appropriately. Reviews radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients. Responds to emergency situations. Uses critical thinking skills. Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders. Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed. Observes patient condition and evaluates situations where physician intervention is necessary. Verifies two unique patient identifiers per policy and verifies proper clinician order before performing a procedure. Ensures patient’s privacy and comfort are accommodated. Demonstrates competence in procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on age of patients. Understands and documents pre‑procedure verification and time‑out process when applicable. Understands and applies pre‑ and post‑procedural care, sterile technique when applicable. Organizes schedule, time and priorities to accomplish required activities within designated time frames. Follows physician instructions when assisting with procedures and exams. Practices read‑back and confirm when taking verbal orders. Education and communication: Explains purpose and nature of exam to patients prior to procedure using AIDET. Addresses patient questions, concerns or contraindications, notifying physician when necessary. Participates in orientation and training of departmental employees. Provides patients with preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures. Ensures documentation is concise, legible and uses precise terminology. Reads scheduled emails each day and follows through with assignment. Completely mandatory departmental and Hospital‑wide education without prompting. Quality control: Produces acceptable images with a first‑time acceptance rate of 95 %. Ensures equipment is fully operational before each use by checking calibration and operating deficiencies. Completes all studies in RIS, images oriented, marked, labeled and noted correctly before sending to PACS; prints CDs as necessary. When submitting procedures for interpretation, digitizes comparative studies if necessary and completes preliminary sheet in its entirety. Maintains documentation to meet ACR accreditation standards. Documents ACR/MQSA QC tests: phantom, visual checklist, repeat analysis, compression pressure, compression thickness, flat field test, calibration, DICOM printer test. Operations: Restocks linens and supplies, maintains Mammography Department in a clean and orderly condition. Transports patients, positions them on the procedure table and assists them on and off the table. Performs patient charging activities on the day the service is rendered. Applies shielding. Prepares and maintains patient follow‑up data. Lends knowledge and assistance to others when needed and routinely whenever possible. Performs routine clerical and support duties as required. Keeps supervisor informed of all responsibilities and potential problems. Maintains an individual productivity rate equal to other co‑workers. Is familiar with Mammography Tracking System. Maintains Joint Commission standards and any other regulatory agency standards. Is familiar with FDA/MQSA EQUIP program. Complies with any other duties as assigned. Required Minimum Education Graduate of an AMA‑approved School of Radiology Technology required and currently ARRT registered. Required Minimum Licenses and Certifications ARRT Mammography ARRT Radiography BLS – Instructor Additional Licenses and Certifications All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. Required Minimum Experience Minimum 1 year experience as a Radiology Technician required; less than 1 year experience in Mammography. Required Minimum Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills with physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and nursing staff. Ability to explain clinical information and give directions while maintaining goodwill and cooperation. Function independently and under pressure while participating in a team environment. Provide excellent customer service at all times. Perform effectively in a stressful, fast‑paced work environment. Prioritize appropriately and multitask throughout the shift. Interact professionally with diverse customers, including patients, families, co‑workers, volunteers and physicians. 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