What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Technologist Mammography Regional Float - Central Region - Full Time - Days position at Geisinger?
- Independently operates all mammography units.
- Performs all types of mammography exams and procedures including screening, diagnostic, special imaging mammograms as well as all duties of a general diagnostic technician.
- Produces quality mammograms, by selecting proper factors and accessories, applying adequate compression, proper positioning.
- Reports any malfunctions to the department supervisor or designated manager.
- Prepares rooms for mammography procedures, by ensuring proper film and necessary supplies are available.
- Assists Radiologist as necessary during procedures as needed.
- Prepares patients for all mammography exams, by providing proper explanation of procedure including compression factors and answers any questions and addresses any patient concerns.
- Responsible for quality control procedures as assigned.
- Performs all necessary quality control procedures as scheduled by the Quality Standards Technologist.
- Documents all results properly and obtains the appropriate approvals in the appropriate time intervals.
- Performs proper film development.
- Develops all films in a consistent manner in the mammography processor.
- Maintains integrity of darkroom.
- Participates in training of students and new employees.
- Maintains room and machine cleanliness before patients enter room and in between each patient.
- Maintains all mammography manuals and participates in the annual Mammography Quality Standards Act inspection as needed.
- Imaging exams and procedure tray set up require access and handling of non-controlled medications.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Qualifications:
Primary schedule consists of assignments that require floating between hospital and outpatient locations within a region to fill scheduling gaps due to time off, FMLA, staffing shortages, or other coverage needs deemed relevant by radiology leadership.
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
