What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Rad-Mammo Technologist-Hibbing Clinic position at St. Luke's?
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JOB SUMMARY
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The Lead-Rad-Mammo Technologist, under the direction of the X-ray Outreach Technologist, and the combined administrative direction of the site Clinic Manager and the Director of Radiology, is responsible for performing x-ray examinations, screening or diagnostic mammograms and maintains the quality control program for mammography and x ray. The Lead Rad-Mammo Technologist also provides support services within the department when not performing patient procedures. The Lead Rad-Mammo Technologist is responsible for existing job duties as well as leading staff through daily tasks and training team members as necessary. Initiates communication with patient care staff and management as needed to facilitate positive change. Understands and stays current on imaging standards and industry trends for the radiology field.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Education: Graduate of a 2-year accredited radiologic technology program.
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Experience: Two (2) years as a Radiologic Technologist, preferably in an outpatient clinic setting.
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Licensure/Certification/Registration: Radiologic Technologist Registered RT(R) within ninety (90) days of hire. Within ninety (90) days of hire, BLS Certification with a designation of either BLS Provider or Healthcare Provider from either the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or Military Training Network.
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Education: N/A
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Experience: One (1) year, preferably in physician office setting.
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Licensure/Certification/Registration: Radiologic Technologist Registered-Mammography RT(R)(M)
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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Knowledge of x-ray and mammography functions in a Physician office setting. Knowledge of Universal Precautions, generally accepted safety practices, radiation safety and quality control practices for x-ray and mammography services. Knowledge of medical record documentation practices related to lab and x-ray and mammography services. Knowledge of personal computing application and customer relations principles. Ability to perform x-rays and mammography films. Ability to work independently under general administrative and medical direction. Ability to prioritize tasks without compromising patient care. Ability to demonstrate positive customer relations behaviors and to present a professional image. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality. Ability to perform routine computer data entry functions. Ability to participate in orientation of new personnel and teaching of students. Ability to write legibly, to see, perform visual microscopic analysis, read, hear, walk, speak English.
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READING - Intermediate: Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
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WRITING - Intermediate: Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, or procedures.
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SPEAKING - Intermediate: Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group situations or before groups of customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
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MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Basic Skills: Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
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REASONING ABILITY - Intermediate Skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Prolonged, extensive or considerable bending or standing. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Lifts objects up to thirty-five (35) pounds. Work more than eight (8) hours but less than twelve (12) hours.
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Stand - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
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Walk - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
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Sit - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 – 5.5 hours)
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Use hands to finger, handle, or feel - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
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Reach with hands and arms - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
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Stoop, Squat, Kneel, or Crouch - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 – 5.5 hours)
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Bending-repetitive forward - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 – 5.5 hours)
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Talk or hear - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
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LIFTING REQUIREMENTS-
Up to 10 pounds - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)
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Up to 25 pounds - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 – 5.5 hours)
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Up to 35 pounds - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)
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WORK ENVIRONMENT-
Typical Noise Level - Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)
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AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
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Skilled at assessment and knowledgeable of growth and development. Provides appropriate care respective to the ages of the patients served per clinical environment.
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WORKING CONDITIONS
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Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases. Exposed to hazardous radiological chemicals and hazards from electrical and mechanical equipment. May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements. Work assignments may include more than one Clinic/Urgent Care setting.
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