Mammography Technologist, PRN, Shifts Vary

Overview

Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital's mission, vision and values.

Under the direction of the Radiology Director, and Radiologist. Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required. Operates Mammography Equipment to make quality Images / radiographs of designated body parts, utilizing the lowest possible radiation dose. Responsibilities include knowledge of all Mammography procedures, proper patient positioning, exposures, Utilization of PACS, implementation of patient charges, and assists physicians as required.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions

1. Under the direction of a radiologist, produces high quality mammograms.


• Performs mammography / Radiology procedures according to departmental protocols.


• Positions patient and provides immobilization and positioning devices as needed.


• Selects proper technical factors on an individual basis.


• Performs routine and special views as needed.


2. Assures Image Quality meets all departmental and Hospital standards.

• Monitor images produced and adjust density or contrast to improve image quality.


• Review and evaluate film to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.


• Prepares all appropriate paperwork for interpretation.


• Participate in all Mammography related QI, QA, and QC activities as required.


• Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient records, generating charge slips as needed.

3. Provides for patient and personal safety.

• Greets patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing imaging request; checking for special instructions; confirming anticipated services with patients.

• Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques; using beam restrictive devices; applying knowledge of exposure factors.

• Ensures operation of mammography equipment by following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifies supervisor if repairs are needed.

• Uses proper body mechanics when lifting is required.

• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with federal and state legal regulations and Joint Commission requirements.

4. Strives to reduce patient stress about exam, educates patient concerning procedure.


• Explain procedures to patients and answers all patient questions.

• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties, demonstrates comforting, professional demeanor.

• Demonstrates equipment and its uses to the patient.

• Educates patient about breast self-exam


5. PACS

• Completes all exams timely in PACS and EMR


• Properly performs procedure for making patient CD's, as well as verifies all information is on all CD's before given out.


• Verify that written physician order matches order in PACS.

• Verifies all images are in PACS, scans any required documentation, and adds any additional information in notes section as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required:


Education:


High school diploma or equivalent, Graduate of an Accredited Diagnostic Imaging Program, ARRT in Radiology


License, Certification and/or Registration:

ARRT(R) Required, ARRT(M) Required

BLS must be obtained during orientation period

Experience:


Minimum of one-year clinical experience in direct patient care setting preferred. Requires proficiency at a technical level not requiring constant direct supervision in Mammography

Additional Skills/Abilities:

Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing task frequently and quickly.

Must be able to work in a team environment.

Must be able to use a computer terminal, fax machine, and copy machine.