Mammography Technologist - Ft Wright Radiology Imaging - Full Time - Days

Job Description

Operates mammography equipment to produce high quality breast images. Also performs DEXA and x-Ray as needed.

Responsibilities

1. Technologist related duties and responsibilities :

a. Performs high - quality mammography according to Breast Center

standards of performance.

b. Utilizes radiation safety protection measures.

c. Practices cleanliness to equipment and room.

d. Correctly types all patient information into ID flasher systems.

e. Documents on patient history sheet pertinent patient information such as

scars, moles, location of lumps, etc.

f. Knowledge of quality control procedures.

g. Tracks exams in the Radiology Information Systems.

2. Customer Service Standards :

a. Treats everyone in a courteous and respectful manner.

b. Greets patients with a smile.

c. Does not discuss patient's condition in public.

d. Handles customer complaints objectively and routes them properly.

e. Does not display negative sentiments in front of patients.

f. Attempts to expedite house patient tests.

g. Explains test to patient; engages patient in brief conversation to relax her.

h. Shows empathy for patient.

i. Uses discretion when communicating with patients.

j. Does not keep patient waiting while conducting personal conversations

with fellow workers.

k. Properly explains special procedures to patients obtains consent in

accordance with hospital policy.

3. Breast Self Exam Education :

a. Teaching done as needed includes BSE Video.

b. Answers questions or refers patient to someone who can answer.

c. Pamphlet / shower card.

4. Clerical Duties :

a. Properly prepares all paperwork necessary before performing patient's

mammogram.

b. Obtains patient's signature on release form and then faxes for previous

outside films.

c. Answers phone using correct courteous manner.

d. Credits / cancels in RIS.

e. Properly uses RIS according to Breast Center protocol.

5. Age Specific Competency Adults :

a. Provides for mobility of patient through any needed physical through any

needed physical assistance.

b. Speaks distinctly to patient.

c. Maintains patient's privacy.

d. Aware of patient loss of strength and flexibility.

e. Attempts to reduce patient's anxiety and fears.

f. Explains procedure to patient and ascertains patient understands

instructions recognizing that there is a decrease in mental performance and

speed.

Geriatrics :

a. Recognizes patient's decreased tolerance to hot / cold and tries provide

patient comfort.

b. Is careful in positioning realizing that skin is fragile.

c. Speaks distinctly, but does not raise voice unless patient has a hearing

loss.

d. Maintains patient privacy.

e. Attempts to reduce patient's anxiety and fears.

f. Provides for mobility of patient through any needed physical assistance.

g. Repeats instructions if necessary - recognizing decrease in memory and

slowing of mental functions.

h. Provides assistance in guiding patient into equipment as a result of

decreased vision and depth perception.

6. Alternate job duties (if applicable) :

a. Notifies patient of need to return for additional imaging studies.

7. Performs bone densitometry exam (if applicable).

8. Performs walk in x-Ray exams.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS :

EDUCATION : Graduate of accredited school of Radiology Technology, and / or has completed on the job experience / training which allows the technologist to obtain certification.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE : 1 year exp. in Mammography preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE : Knowledge and skill of operation of mammography equipment to produce quality examinations. Knowledge of sterile technique.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS :

ARRT Registered Technologist

Certified Mammographer preferred

Ohio and Kentucky Licensure

CPR Certification – bi-annually