Mammography Technologist

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate shall not be a factor in employment for this position. Due to the nature of hospital services, it may become necessary to work extended hours.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Mammography Technologist is responsible for the mammography program and care of patients in this area. This person works in conjunction with the Radiologist and Medical Staff in providing an effective breast cancer detection system.

POSITION SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reports To: Mammography Coordinator, Assistant Director of Diagnostic Imaging and Director of Diagnostic Imaging
• Supervises: None

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education: Graduate of Accredited Program, registered by the ARRT or other recognized registry.
• Minimum Work Experience: None
• Required Licenses/Certifications:
• Must possess Texas State Licensure.
• Mammography Advanced Certification
• Must meet FDA and State of Texas requirements.
• Must continue to keep Continuing Education credits up to date.
• Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: None
• Preferred Qualification: None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Mammographer must be able to stand for long periods of time, lift, squat, and maneuver patients in wheelchairs. On the Mobile Coach, Mammographer must be able to operate the wheelchair lift, help set up and take down the Coach. The Mobile Coach requires working in all weather conditions. The position requires a willingness to work well with others and to always demonstrate courtesy, tactfulness, compassion and confidentiality. She must be willing to act as teacher and counselor. She should be empathetic with patients and their concerns about breast cancer. She has to be able to maintain professionalism under stressful conditions. There is always a danger of radiation exposure on contracting a contagious disease, but if proper precautions are taken these will be minimized.

QUALITY BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Uses critical thinking skills to determine evidence based solutions. Systematically gathers and reviews pertinent information to prevent errors (PDCA – Plan, Do, Check, Act). Pursues individual or team learning and growth opportunities to continually build skills. Understands and abides by all safety regulations.

SERVICE EXCELLENCE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Maintains patient confidentiality. Rounds regularly with patients, direct reports and/or customers. Uses telephone and elevator etiquette. Acts as an employee ambassador. Committed to know hospital service lines and shows pride in our organization. Uses AIDET when dealing with internal or external customers.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Takes responsibility for solving problems. Treats company resources responsibly. Performs work functions timely and accurately. Respects our environment; keeps public areas neat and clean and returns supplies to the appropriate areas.

PEOPLE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Supports the team through good attendance. Maintains a professional appearance. Creates a positive team environment; flexible and supportive setting an example of cooperation. Uses meaningful communication; provides honest feedback that is valuable and not critical and discourages negative talk and gossip. Respect co-workers.

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

1. Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to the HMHD Compliance Plan.

2. Conduct reflects HMHD’s values and a commitment to HMHD’s Code of Conduct.

3. Attends the required corporate integrity and compliance training and education programs.

4. Demonstrates proficiency in understanding the materials presented during the corporate integrity and compliance training and education program.

5. Complies with all HIPAA standards.

6. Mammographer performs daily QC on the digital mammography equipment, and the bone density machine. Performs screening and diagnostic mammograms and bone density exams, as well as assists the Radiologist with breast biopsy procedures.

7. Mammographer also documents results of patient’s mammograms into the MRS system, prints and sends result and recall letters to patients. Tracks patients with abnormal findings according to the MQSA guidelines.

8. Maintains ALARA principles when exposing patients to ionizing radiation. Ensures the safety of patients at all times.

9. Follows established MQSA, ACR accreditation guidelines, follows HMHD employee policies and specific mammography department policies and procedures. Maintains a record of Continuous Medical Education and renews the ARRT certification, Texas License and CPR certification as required.

10. Performs other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor, Director and Assistant Director of Diagnostic Imaging, Radiologist or Administrator.

11. Assists in other areas where trained and as needed. Performs any other tasks to fill the needs of the department, hospital and its patients.

Pay: $39.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Rockwall, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person