Mammography Technologist

Position Summary

Position Summary Provides quality patient care when performing mammography imaging services and related procedures by applying x-ray energy to demonstrate breast anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention while adhering to radiation safety principles.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions • Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care. • Complies with FDA and MQSA regulatory requirements. • Adheres to Baptist Health mission statements and strategic imperatives. • Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs. • Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results. • Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented. • Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors, to achieve desired high-quality images for interpretation. • Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, patient identification, and ensures that all breast anatomy is demonstrated according to MQSA/ACR guidelines. • Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others. • Requires utilization of Radiology Information System to accurately show arrival and completion of exams, correct coding of procedures done, and retrieval of reports. • Utilizes sterile technique for sterile procedures in accordance with OH policy and training. Administers medical aid as required for any emergency. • Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks. • Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases. • Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately. • Ensures safety of all customers. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies, department guidelines and education requirements.

Other Related Functions • Follows established imaging processing procedures and techniques. • Maintains a clean organized work area. • Maintains well stocked rooms. • Assures customer satisfaction. • Prioritizes workload to manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications

Education/Training • Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology. • Must have and maintain CME points as mandated by MQSA.

Licensure/Certification • Valid Radiology registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification. • BLS/Healthcare Provider certification required.

Experience None.