What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammogram Technician position at Central Florida Health Care, Inc.?
Title: Mammogram Technician
Reports to: CMO
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Personnel Supervised: None
Personnel Supervised: None
POSITION SUMMARY:
The mammography tech is responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies, presenting them for diagnosis.
MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiology school/program
- Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
- Technologists initially qualifying on or after April 28, 1999, must meet the Mammo-Specific requirements by having at least 40 hours of documented training in mammography and have performed a minimum of 25 mammography exams under direct supervision of an appropriate MQSA individual
- Mammographic Radiologic Technology certified
- 1 year of mammography experience
- Active BLS
- Computer Skills
SPECIAL SKILLS:
- Ability to interact compassionately and effectively with the sick or injured
- Ability to operate sophisticated computer equipment
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and perform well independently
- Ability to critically think and use independent, professional and ethical judgments in all aspects of their work
- Ability to deal effectively with stress related to performance of multiple activities simultaneously
- Organizational skills
- Operate equipment (computers, calculators, etc.)
- Reading/understanding forms, instructions/technical information
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of safety regulations and appropriate safety measures
- Ability to identify deviations from expectations
- Ability to respond in an affirmative manner to constructive criticism
RESPONSIBILTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Obtain proficient knowledge of CFHC’s programs’ philosophies, goals and objectives. Comply with all policies and procedures as well as state and federal guidelines.
- Understand the requirements of CFHC’s exposure control plan. Utilize Universal Precautions.
- Attend mammography staff meetings.
- Verify informed consent for applicable procedures.
- Greets patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing imaging request; checking for special instructions; confirming anticipated service with patients.
- Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of imaging procedures; explaining equipment; answering questions.
- Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms; instructing patient to hold breath; retreating to lead protected area; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors; activating equipment to take image; releasing compression mechanisms; preparing for next positioning and view.
- Minimizes radiation to patients and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, per the As Low as Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) guidelines.
- Maintains production and quality of mammograms by following established standards and procedures; developing mammograms; observing mammogram results; determining necessary adjustments for optimum results; retaking mammograms as required; forwarding completed studies to radiologist for interpretation.
- Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.
- Maintain mammography supplies in an orderly manner and in adequate quantity to ensure continuity of services, verifying receipt of supplies, and restocking as needed.
- Exhibit enthusiasm, dependability, skills, versatility, and dedication in daily activities.
- Attend continuing education activities as recommended by your supervisor.
- Participate in quality improvement by making suggestions to enhance mammography services, efficiency, paperwork reduction, etc.
- Demonstrate ability to work cooperatively with other members of the medical team. Be supportive of coworkers.
- Communicate with patients in a compassionate manner, maintaining HIPPA compliance and obtaining 2 identifiers for patient identification according to JCAHO standards.
- Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
- Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements, including maintaining CEU’s (12 general and 1 HIV/AIDS) and licensure.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
- Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols and administering first aid.
- File and retrieve mammographic images as needed.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Keep a clean work area. Decontaminate work area daily and as needed.
- Apply the principle of patient safety during all aspects of patient care.
Additional Preferred Performance Skills:
- Bilingual
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Standing/walking/sitting for long periods
- Independently mobile
- Ability to lift weight equivalents to what would be required when (and if) asked to assist and position patients, reposition equipment and lift supplies.
- Ability to adapt and function in varying environments of workload, patient acuity, worksites and work shifts.
American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job specific functions (listed within each job responsibility) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by the organization on a case by case basis.
