What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammography Technologist position at OMC Olathe Medical Center, Inc.?
Position Title Mammography Technologist Days - Part Time Olathe Health Pavilion 21120 W. 152nd St. Position Summary / Career Interest: The Mammography Tech involves direct patient care with all mammography procedures: screening and diagnostic mammograms, breast stereotatic biopsies, needle localizations and other interventional procedures related to the breast. Mammographer must be current with all credentials, continuing education, CPR and compliant with all ACR, MQSA/FDA requirements. Mammorgrapher must also be proficient in several computer based software programs and able to assist clerical and nursing staff that is within the scope of the breast imaging practice. Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions Acts as a mentor and trainer to new employees and assists clerical and nursing staff as needed. Assists with duties associated with contacting and following up with patients, tracking critical information for performance improvement and ensuring that the reporting radiologist has all necessary information. Also knowledgeable in patient education of all breast center exams and procedures. Demonstrates ability to provide care/service safely and efficiently for the care of each patient. Knowledgeable and capable of performing mandatory MQSA/FDA and ACR regulations and requirements. All licensing and credentialing including CPR, is the responsibility of the employee to keep up to date. Failure to do so could result in disciplinary action and/or termination. Responsible for completion of mandatory educational assignments as provided by supervisor or senior supervisor. Maintains a clean and safe work environment, completes PSN when needed, ensures proper hand washing and sterile techniques when applicable. May be called upon to assist other medical staff with patient support. - Performs all aspects of direct patient care while performing all breast imaging exams/procedures. Prepares reports, correspondence and departmental materials using a variety of office equipment and software programs; competent with breast imaging and hospital computer programs. Uses breast imaging equipment according to manufacturer's guidelines. Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department. These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required. Required Education and Experience High School Graduate Preferred Education and Experience 1 or more years of experience in Mammography Required Licensure and Certification Licensed Radiologic Technologist (LRT) - Kansas Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA) Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Mammography (M) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Image Wisley Pledge - American College of Radiology (ACR) volume competencies Knowledge Requirements 3D Tomosynthesis training Stereo Time Type: Part time Job Requisition ID: R-34697 We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information. Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests. Notice: If you are a Current Employee or Contract Worker, please log into Workday to search for and apply to jobs using the Career application or by searching "Find Jobs". Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. About The University of Kansas Health System As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.