Mammography Technologist - PRN

Radiology And Imaging Specialists

Job Title: Mammography Technologist

Location: Kissimmee

Division/Dept.: Radiology and Imaging Specialists

Reports To: Office Supervisor

Type of Shift: PRN

Job Summary

The Mammography Technologist performs a variety of mammography procedures in an outpatient setting while maintaining a high level of customer service and quality patient care. The responsibilities of the Mammography Technologist include performing mammography procedures following the protocols established by the radiologist and demonstrating compassion to ensure overall patient satisfaction.

Job Responsibilities

1. Performs mammography exams following the protocols established by the radiologist. Competently performs procedures with limited supervision.

2. Properly inputs all required patient information into the system including protocol, patient history, referring providers, and any additional information to the radiologist regarding the procedure.

3. Properly identifies patients and demonstrates compassion while maintaining patient confidentiality. Assumes responsibility for patient care, safety, and comfort.

4. Maintains radiologic services in accordance with standards established with the Director of Operations, federal, state, and local standards and the ACR. Maintains quality assurance requirements.

5. Takes responsibility to stock exam rooms with necessary supplies. Maintains equipment and reports any equipment malfunctions to the supervisor or appropriate service provider.

6. Performs X-rays, bone densities and any other duties as assigned.

7. Customer Service; Communicates effectively with staff and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner. Promotes teamwork by assisting other staff as needed. Words and actions support team improvement.

8. Maintains credentials for position.

Work Experience/Educational Requirements

2 or more years in the Mammography field is preferred.

High School Diploma or GED.

Completion of a course in Radiologic Technology which is approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Current certification (ARRT) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensed by the Florida Department of Health. Additional mammography certification is required.

Skills/Physical Requirements

Bilingual English/Spanish speaking skills are preferred.

Skills in properly positioning patients and obtaining diagnostic images, identifying equipment problems, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and public.

This job requires prolonged sitting or standing, frequent bending, stooping, or stretching; Must be able to see with or without corrective eyewear, must be able to hear clearly, with or without assistance. This position may require lifting 50 plus pounds.