Mammography Technologist I - Galveston PRN

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associates of Applied Science OR Graduate of an accredited Radiography Program.

• Individuals who graduated from an accredited Radiography program prior to 2015 are exempt from the Associate’s Degree requirement.

• 8 hours initial digital training.

• 8 hours initial tomosynthesis training.

• No experience required.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

• American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT-R)
• American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT-M)
• Texas Medical Board certification (MRT)
• American Heart Association (BLS)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1 or more years of experience preferred

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Mammography Technologist I position works independently to complete screening, diagnostic mammographic, breast intervention & bone density exams. This includes common and special mammographic exams of moderate complexity. This position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special breast procedures. This mammography Technologist I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to breast exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Promotes a positive work environment.
• Collaborates with all members of the patient care team.
• Proactive in responding to patient needs.
• Optimizes protocols to provide for better patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes positioning, collimation, physiology, procedure preparation, technical factors and appropriate use of lead shielding.
• Assists physicians during procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
• Utilizes AIDET incorporating Key Words and MANAGE UP techniques, when speaking to patients and family members at an age-appropriate level.
• Performs screening, diagnostic, breast intervention and bone densitometry procedures to include common & special exams of moderate complexity.
• Practices radiation safety and ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable)
• Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly.
• Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures.
• Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.
• Participates in WASTE walks and supports department LEAN projects.
• Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.
• Performs imaging equipment quality control (QC) at required intervals to ensure all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use.
• Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate.
• Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.

WORK SCHEDULE:

PRN, up to 19.99 hours per week with no benefits. Must be willing to work occasional Saturdays at Galveston Campus.