Radiology - MAMMO Tech

JOB SUMMARY

The Mammography Technologist II, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs advanced Breast Imaging procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.

MAMMOGRAPHY TECH PRN

Mammography Technologist II

REASONS TO JOIN

Flexible work scheduling Career advancement/Leadership opportunities Relocation assistance Intraoperative–dedicated OR technologists Various shifts available for 8, 10 or 12 hours Enhanced shift differential pay Tuition: Fully funded bachelor's and master's degrees Competitive wages and incentives Cross training across modalities Work in your preferred setting: Academic Level 1 trauma center, Community Hospital, Pediatric Hospital, Ambulatory and Specialty Clinics

BENEFITS

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Perform high quality Breast Imaging procedures according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintain production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures. Utilize AIDET when communicating with patients to identify service requirements, ensure proper exam, and establish rapport. Instruct and communicate with patients and families regarding the test to be performed and assess patient ability to tolerate exam. Prepare patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors. Protect patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection‑control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Use proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintain hand hygiene requirements. Maintain equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Work with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment. Report issues to management or appropriate department. Assist in maintaining supplies inventory. Ensure people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures. Obtain, verify and maintain all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies and procedures, etc. Maintain medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Execute high quality Breast Imaging procedures, including stereotactic biopsies, needle localization, ultrasound‑guided biopsies, in a timely manner. Explain procedures clearly and put patients at ease. Provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost‑efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures. Perform tasks autonomously without routine oversight. Maintain a calm and helpful attitude, especially during stressful situations, and resolve issues appropriately and reasonably. Effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart. Ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, and reviewing patient satisfaction scores. Demonstrate and maintain current knowledge, continued education and skills appropriate for care of newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric age groups. Serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives. Take call, if required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Graduate of an accredited program. Experience : 2 years of experience. Certification/License/Registration : ARRT‑R Radiography (ARRT‑R). ARRT‑M Mammography (ARRT‑M): Must hold both ARRT‑R and ARRT‑M. Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer. Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT). #J-18808-Ljbffr MTK HealthCare