Mammography Technologist, Per Diem

Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
Rotating Shift
Description:
Position based out of St. Mary Medical Center. Provides comprehensive care to patients requiring Mammographic and Bone Density-imaging services in an organized and systematic manner according to departmental policy and standards.

• Assumes responsibility for the use of proper exposure and protective measures for each patient safety
• Appropriately educates and explains procedures to patients. Modifies approach based on needs and developmental level of patient
• Assesses patients for potential risk factors
• Follows appropriate departmental protocol for procedures unless specified differently by the Radiologist
• Obtains and documents patient history and pertinent information
• Insures proper identification of patient
• Clarifies and follows Doctor's orders
• Provides for patient privacy
• Produces quality mammography for interpretation
• Performs sterile technique when performing biopsy procedures
• Responds effectively in an emergency situation
• Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care
• Completes work within an acceptable time frame
• Acts as a patient advocate and upholds patient rights
• Prioritizes/organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities based on changing situations
• Promotes/maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment
• Consults and communicates with other departments in a professional manner
• Demonstrates understanding of safety, health and morale needs of customers/co-workers by taking steps to ensure those needs are met
• Follows ISCD guidelines for Bone Density procedures.
• Operates medical imaging equipment properly, safely and ensures it is in acceptable condition.
• Demonstrates awareness of Radiation Safety procedures for self and others
• Replenishes and changes supplies in assigned area as needed
• Ensures equipment is in acceptable conditions by conducting routine quality control
• Follows department standards for reporting malfunctions or problems
• Follows regulatory guidelines and performs QA/QC as mandated by ACR/ MQSA
• Follows mammographic procedures for needle localizations.
• Follows mammographic procedure for stereotactic biopsy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• ARRT registration
• Mammography license
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Technical School/1 Year College
• 2-4 years experience

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