What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAMMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST position at TMC?
CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED (OUF)
Hourly Range: $29.03/hr - $35.99/hr
**APPLICANT MUST HAVE A VALID, UNRESTRICTED INSURABLE DRIVERS LICENSE**
**RESUMES AND REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED*
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the accuracy, precision, quality and performance of screening, diagnostic and invasive mammography done in the Radiology Department. This includes being responsible for all technical requirements, quality control and quality assurance measures as required by the ARRT, FDA, ACR, MQSA (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Federal Drug Administration, American College of Radiology, Mammography Quality Standard Act), and other mammography accrediting agencies, as well as the overall cleanliness and organization of the mammography suite and associated equipment.
- Independently evaluates quality of compression views, magnification views, or other standard/specialized views, as outlined in departmental policy. Responsible for follow-up of abnormal mammograms and tracking of abnormal results. This involves maintaining records of abnormal results, and documenting appropriate and timely follow-up. This requires health record audits, meticulous record keeping and professional staff interface.
- Establishes contacts to provide and receive information in order to stimulate the overall understanding, coordination and support for a cooperative effort to encourage breast cancer screening. Develops and maintains working relationship with appropriate agencies, individuals and public or private groups concerned with breast cancer prevention and control. Assists the Health Promotion/Disease Prevention (HPIDP) Program in planning, developing and implementing a comprehensive women's health education program.
- Develops and maintains working relationships with appropriate agencies, individuals and public or private groups concerned with breast cancer prevention and control.
- Assists the Health Promotion/Disease Prevention (HPIDP) Program in planning, developing and implementing a comprehensive women's health education program.
- Maintains appropriate databases for the planning, development and evaluation of a comprehensive Mammography Management System. Identifies and stimulates the adoption of specific measures for strengthening and improving the quality of breast health data.
- Plans, develops, implements, maintains and evaluates a comprehensive program designed to promote breast cancer screening. Performs post-operative specimen exams of breast biopsies and is responsible for sterile techniques.
- Plays key role in follow-up of patients and outcome analysis in conjunction with the Radiologist and/or other departments, as required by the FDA and/or its certified agents. Develops breast imaging protocols, in conjunction with the supervising Radiologist.
- Orders and maintains supplies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
- Five (5) years of direct experience as a certified ARRT Mammography Technologist.
Education:
- Licensed in Mammography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Salary : $29 - $36
