Mammography Technologist

Mammography Technologist IThe 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 FunctionsPromotes 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. Hours will during day shift, weekdays.Equal Employment OpportunityUTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.