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Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Registered Mammography Technologist produces high quality breast imaging procedures while following guidelines established by the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist), ACR (American College of Radiology) and MQSA (Mammography Quality Standards Act and Program). They will perform all screening, diagnostic, invasive, and DEXA (dual energy X-ray absorptiometry) scans according to established protocols and procedures for interpretation by supervising physician.
Essential Job Functions
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Certification and Registration in Mammography, ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) (preferred upon hire, or must obtain within six months of hire)
State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
Education
Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)
Work Experience
1 year experience as a registered mammography technologist (preferred)
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)
Language
None
Patient Population
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
May have periods of constant interruptions
General office environment
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X
Stoop, Kneel X
Crawling X
Climbing X
Balance X
Bending X
Work Position
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Sitting X
Walking X
Standing X
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Depth perception
Hazards
Use of latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Skills
Patient centered care
Monitor patient conditions during examination
Record patient medical histories
Interdisciplinary team
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Communication with patients
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship building
Picture Archive and Communication System (PACS)
Radiology Information Systems (RIS)
Teamwork
Mammography
DEXA
Radiation protection
Patient education
Diagnostic Imaging
Medical Imaging
Electronic Health Records (EHR)
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Full Time
Hospital
$73k-87k (estimate)
06/05/2024
10/01/2024
mercy.com
WILLARD, OH
1,000 - 3,000
1859
NGO/NPO/NFP/Organization/Association
LYNN DETTERMAN
$1B - $3B
Hospital
Rockford Health Systems is a non-profit organization that provides healthcare services.
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