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Form of workShift: Daylight, rotating Saturdays *Days and hours are subject to change.
Job Summary
The MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST operates radiologic equipment to produce radiographs of breast tissue for diagnostic purposes as directed by the radiologist.
Essential Job Functions
- Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure.
- Reconfirms the patient's identification and verifies the physician's order.
- Assures the proper screening protocol is completed.
- Verifies the patient's pregnancy status when appropriate
- Provides information to the patient about the procedure.
- Verifies the patient has consented to the procedure and answers any questions the patient may have.
- Provides accurate explanations and instructions at an appropriate time and at a level the patient can understand.
- Provides information on breast self-examination via demonstration or brochure where applicable
- Explains the need for adequate compression in achieving a quality mammogram.
- Responds to questions about radiation dosage and the possible need for additional projections.
- Informs patient of how and when she/he and her/his physician will receive a radiologist report of the examination where applicable
- Analyzes the information obtained during the assessment phase and determines optimal imaging parameters per diagnosis.
- Determines whether the patient has been appropriately prepared for the procedure
- Assesses factors that may contraindicate procedure such as medications and insufficient patient preparation.
- Applies and adjusts radiation protective shielding where applicable
- Obtains optimum images during examination/procedure.
- Documents the location of breast lumps scars or moles by placing radiopaque markers on the breast and/or diagraming on the patient's clinical history sheet
- Obtains images by applying the maximum amount of tolerable compression to the patient's breast.
- Performs invasive procedures as directed by the radiologist according to established department guidelines.
- Evaluates the mammographic image for positioning, technique, artifacts, and compression. Determines the prescribed or suitable anatomical position to image the proper anatomical portion of the breast.
- Determines the need for repeat or additional images; obtains additional images as needed.
- Performs at least the minimum number of mammography examinations for MQSA regulations.
- Documents information about patient care, exam, and patient history in appropriate record.
- Verifies correct order is entered into RIS
- Documents appropriate patient history.
- Documents any exceptions from the established guidelines.
- Processes images through CAD system
- Verifies information in MRS and completes appropriate MRS documentation.
- Completes medication reconciliation documentation per department policy.
- Facilitates correspondence with all departments to assure procedures are done in a timely manner.
- Works with centralized scheduling and nursing units to schedule customers in accordance with established scheduling procedures.
- Determine priority or sequence of scheduling to assure satisfactory unit function and workflow
- Maintains equipment and work station in optimum condition,
- Performs daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly QC on equipment as required by MQSA standards.
- Assures adequate patient care and office supplies are maintained.
- Reports equipment malfunction to service provider.
- Implements downtime procedures when necessary.
- Coordinates rescheduling of patients during equipment downtime.
- Initiates established downtime procedures during HIS/RIS downtime
- Attends department meetings or reviews meeting minutes.
- Promotes breast health in the community through participation in health fairs or other events
- Other duties as assigned.
Specialty Functions
- Performs Dexa scans (bone densitometry).
- Maintains Dexa scan unit and follows imaging protocol.
- Archives imaging data to optical disc or PACS.
- Reports equipment malfunction to service provider
Required Qualifications
- Completion of a (JRCERT) accredited Radiologic Technology Program recognized by ARRT.
- Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.
- Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
- Medical Terminology
- Knowledge of basic Office Equipment such as copier, fax machine, etc.
- Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment
Preferred Qualifications
- Six (6) to twelve (12) months on the job experience to enhance knowledge of procedures and techniques
License, Certification & Clearances
- Current Registry with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
- Completion of advanced level examination in Mammography (RTM) within one year of hire or transfer.
- Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
- Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
- Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.
LEAN
- Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one’s own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela’s missions, vision and values.
AAP/EEO
- Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
- Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.
Work Environment
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
Extreme Cold
Heights
Confined Spaces
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
Mechanical Hazards
Use of Vibrating Tools
Operates Vehicle (company)
Operates Heavy Equipment
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
Rotates All Shifts
8 Hours Shifts
10-12 Hours Shifts
On-Call
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
Travel Between Sites
Direct Patient Care
Respirator Protective Equipment
Eye Protection
Head Protection (hard hat)
Hearing Protection
Hand Protection
Feet, Toe Protection
Body Protection
Latex Exposure
Solvent Exposure
Paint (direct use) Exposure
Dust (sanding) Exposure
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
Mist Exposure
Wax Stripper (direct use)
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
Laser Exposure
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
Sitting
Walking
Climbing Stairs
Climbing Ladders
Standing
Kneeling
Squatting (Crouching)
Twisting/Turning
Keyboard/Computer Operation
Gross Grasp
Fine Finger Manipulation
Hand/Arm Coordination
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
Carry
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
Seeing Near w/Acuity
Feeling (Sensation)
Color Vision
Hearing Clearly
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
Reaching Forward
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
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Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
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Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
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Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
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When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
