Mammography Technologist (68452)

Mammography Technologist

Straka (VC) - Oklahoma City, OK

Overview

Level: Experienced Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day Education Level: High School Travel Percentage: Mobile Category: Health Care

Description

Character Qualities:

• Attentiveness- Showing the worth of a person or task by giving my undivided concentration.
• Dependability- Fulfilling what I consented to do, even if it means unexpected sacrifice.
• Flexibility- Willingness to change plans or ideas without getting upset.
• Initiative- Recognizing and doing what needs to be done before I am asked to do it.
• Persuasiveness- Guiding vital truths around another's mental roadblocks.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Mammography Technologist accepts independent clinical and non-clinical tasks as necessary to provide specific Mammography services to adult populations. Coordinates and manages projects for the Mobile Women's Health Unit.

Qualifications

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and direct the daily operations of assigned Mobile Clinic.
• Performs screening mammography to comply with MQSA.
• Use of safety devices / shields/ aprons to assure maximum radiation safety.
• Follows "Universal Precautions" for safety regulations; uses appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as task on hand requires.
• Follows the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines and Variety Care policies and procedures as they relate to privacy and confidentiality.
• Comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommendations for the workplace.
• Dispose of contaminated items in accordance to Variety Care policy.
• Maintain accurate records for daily clinic operations, demographic data, and manage follow up treatment with any patient/parent after appointments.
• Maintain and manage on-board inventory of supplies, instruments, infection control and housekeeping.
• Promptly report any malfunctions of the equipment or the Mobile Van to your supervisor
• Always be a positive representative of the Mobile Unit team.
• In collaboration with your department, work towards the implementation of the Mobile Van Team's current strategic plan and the accomplishment of the related strategic and aspirational goals.
• Maintain complete confidentiality regarding medical records and personal information.
• Supports Variety Care's accreditation as a Patient Centered Medical Home and our commitment to provide care to all Variety patients that is Safe, Effective, Patient Centered, Timely, Efficient, and Equitable. Provide leadership and work with all staff to achieve the goals of the "Quintuple Aim" of healthcare reform-to improve the experience of care, improve health outcomes, decrease healthcare costs, ensure equitable care, and improve joy in the workplace.
• Embodies the strength of personal character. Places value on being an open and honest communicator who displays high moral and ethical conduct, integrity, adaptability, and sound judgment. Must be a leader in the department and community. Result-oriented problem solver who is responsible and accountable.
• Understand and have general knowledge of the competency based-orientation checklist.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements, Special Skills or Knowledge :

• Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited educational program. ARRT Certified in mammography.
• Demonstrate ability to obtain and record accurate information into electronic medical records software.
• Experience with written and verbal communication skills with patient population.
• Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities.
• Good time management and organizational skills.

Preferred Requirements, Special Skills or Knowledge :

• Previous related experience.
• Previous clinic or primary practice experience.
• Bilingual
• Prior EPIC EMR usage