Mammography Tech - West Houston Imaging Center

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

Shift / Hours : Monday - Friday 8 : 30am - 5pm with rotating Saturdays (7am - Noon).

SUMMARY

Performing Mammography Imaging Exams on patient with a mammogram exam ordered by a physician.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

Patient Care

Performs patient care activities within professional scope of practice including but not limited to : POCT, IV insertion, patient interview / assessment / discharge / phone education and confirmation, patient transportation, preparation and administration of procedural related medications, etc.

Ensures patient / family / staff and visitor safety at all times by monitoring his / her environment.

a. Safely screens patients, and manages the clinical and research driven clinical / evaluation process for implanted devices to obtain clearance for the imaging procedure. This includes all aspects of patient event reporting (UHC / PSN) & Stop the Line.

Protect patients from ionizing radiation by following ALARA and Image Gently radiation safety guidelines, providing lead shielding when applicable and by monitoring technical scanning parameters.

Recognizes patient distress signs, initiates and assists with emergency response teams. (nurse / physician, DIURT, MERIT, Code Blue)

Adheres to all infection control practices

a. Utilizes sterile or aseptic technique where applicable.

b. Handles contrast media and contrast delivery equipment within manufacturer / division standards, properly administering contrast agents, carefully observing the six rights of drug administration 1.) Right Patient, 2.) Right Route, 3.) Right Dose, 4.) Right Time, 5.) Right Medication 6) Right Documentation

Applies knowledge of Age Specific Criteria in carrying out work duties and tasks

Recognizes examination findings that may require immediate clinical response and notifies the interpreting radiologist (i.e., Critical result findings.)

Demonstrates ability to work effectively in all assigned areas.

Demonstrates flexibility to the demands of patient care, including but not limited to : coming in early, staying late, alternative shift coverage, emergency "ride out team" and rotational call coverage etc., as needed / assigned.

Travel to off-site regional patient care facilities (e.g., Bellaire Imaging Center, West Houston Imaging Center, CABI).

Maintains cleanliness / orderliness of all imaging rooms, dressing rooms, and work area.

a. Responsible for stocking, transporting, and distribution of supplies within the section.

b. Disposes of used linens as needed.

c. Monitors personnel, work areas, and patient care areas to ensure that the levels of radioactive materials are in accordance with regulations

i. Decontaminate work and patient care areas as needed.

ii.Disposes of contrast, disposable coils, etc.

Adheres to HIPAA requirements to protect patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.

Assures all necessary patient documentation is complete and accurate.

a. Clearly writes required information on all necessary forms (i.e., PR-1, PR-4, Universal Time Out).

b. Enters data into computers that is accurate and free from errors.

c. Confirms patient using approved identifiers, employing the "best practices" of the section to ensure patient demographic accuracy.

• Other duties as assigned

Critical Thinking and Strategic Alignment

Applies critical thinking in both direct and indirect patient care situations using information from clinical history, medical records, and imaging to ensure the clinical needs of the patients and providers are addressed and discussed with appropriate personnel as necessary. Employs appropriate and varied modes of communication and escalation.

Maximizes productivity and operational effectiveness by working with entire multi-disciplinary care team to resolve associated clinical care questions.

Applies knowledge of area specific processes and scheduling capacity to manage patient flow, minimize patient appointment delays and positively impact daily operations for patient on-time starts.

Consistently engages in practices to expedite patient care and decrease room turn-around-time. (prepare rooms, escort patients, etc.)

During system failure, performs section down-time procedures and immediately reports to supervisor for reassignment of duties.

Demonstrates effective communication skills. Practices responsible use of the communication tools (Whiteboard, paging systems, telephones, e-mail, fax, etc.)

Ensures accurate, complete and timely transfer of images to PACS.

Ensures completion of all duties and conducts verbal hand-off using (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation (SBAR) technique.

Completes shift reports and follows up with supervisors / peers.

Actively participates in quality and performance improvement activities / projects to improve workflow and the overall patient experience. (i.e. Press Ganey scores, patient on-time starts etc.)

Participates in on-going learning activities and demonstrates application of it in his / her role.

Fosters, assists, and encourages a receptive and nurturing environment by actively contributing to the education activities of patients, family members, faculty, radiology residents, co-workers, volunteers, and students.

a. Coaches and mentors others relating to specific aspects of the job.

b. Provides leadership and training to students, technologists, and other staff members.

Suggests ways to improve efficiency in the workplace (i.e. reduces supply and equipment waste).

Adheres to Joint Commission standards, initiatives and to applicable state / federal licensure requirements and guidelines

Maintains position required licensure and certifications.

Attends, contributes, and participates in regularly scheduled departmental meetings.

Documents incidents, variances, unusual circumstances, or patient concerns (PSN) and escalates / notifies the appropriate personnel within twenty-four hours (i.e. radiologist, section leadership).

In a self-directed and timely manner, completes mandatory in-services and continuing education requirements for the institution, division, and section, including but not limited to

a. Orientation to new equipment, safety preparedness, Employee Education Event.

Technical Acumen

a. Ensures correct imaging site, positioning, annotation, and parameters.

b. Demonstrates knowledge of sectional anatomy to identify pathology, and obtain necessary diagnostic information.

c. Demonstrates understanding of imaging unit parameter manipulation to provide the best image outcomes in a proficient and time sensitive manner.

Maintains productivity standards as defined in the section.

Error rates are minimized to benchmarked levels.

Responsible for independent and proficient operation of all assigned equipment including quality assurance activities and collaborating with appropriate parties to resolve image quality issues or concerns.

Relays all equipment malfunctions to the DI Engineering Team, Physics team, supervisor and manager with appropriate information readily available.

Performs general x-ray procedures when patient driven need arises (ROC / etc).

Responsible for accurately entering data, into all clinical computer systems i.e., Radiology Information System, Clinic-Station, Whiteboards, CARE, and modality imaging systems. Exam Charges, Billable Medical Supplies, CPT / Procedure Codes, Patient Demographics, etc.) Maintain up to date knowledge of billing, coding, national coverage decisions, ICD9 / 10 etc.

Assists with equipment maintenance logs (e.g., Zip Rounds, crash cart, refrigerator, temperature logs etc.).

Other duties as assigned

R EQUIREMENTS

Education : High school diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an approved school Radiologic Technology and completion of 40 hours continuing education in Mammography.

P r e f er r e d Education : Bachelor's Level Degree

Certification : All of the following :

Registry in Radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R).

Certification by the Texas Department of Health State Services as a Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (CMRT).

Advanced Registry in Mammography ((ARRT) (M).

P r e f er r e d Certification : None

Experience : None.

P r e f er r e d Experience : Two or more years of experience as a qualified Mammography Technologist. Holds Advanced Registry in Mammography.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

Requisition ID : 171088

Employment Status : Full-Time

Employee Status : Regular

Work Week : Days

Minimum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 75,000

Midpoint Salary : US Dollar (USD) 93,500

Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 112,000

FLSA : non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay

Fund Type : Hard

Work Location : Onsite

Pivotal Position : Yes

Referral Bonus Available? : Yes

Relocation Assistance Available? : Yes

Science Jobs : No

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