POSITION SUMMARY:

The Mammography Technologist is responsible for performing all mammography and bone densitometry procedures in a timely manner. Performs procedures according to physician’s orders. As a member of the Radiology team, the Mammography Technologist is responsible for working collaboratively with other members to assure the safe and accurate delivery of patient care at DHR Health.

POSITION EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS :

• Graduate of an accredited radiology program required.

• Current state certification (i.e. Texas Medical Board) required.

• Current American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) general certification required.

• American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) Mammography certification within twelve (12) months of hire required.

• American Heart Association BLS certification required.

• American Heart Association ACLS and PALS recommended.

• Must be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues.

• Secretarial experience and organizational skills are necessary.

• Good verbal and written communication skills required.

• Ability to read, write, and speak English required. Spanish preferred.

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of nursing, administration, and physicians.

• Computer knowledge required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE :

• At least one ( 1 ) year of hospital experience as a Mammography Technologist preferred.

• At least one ( 1 ) year of hospital experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred.

• Must meet all MQSA requirements.

• Able to demonstrate high degree of competency and experience with CT procedures.

• Demonstrates accuracy, and the ability to closely follow established procedures.

• Requires reasoning ability and good independent judgment.

• Requires working with frequent interruptions.

• Must project a professional image.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITES:

• Promotes the facility mission, vision and values by effectively communicating them to others.
• Considers mission, vision and values in developing services, standards and practices
• • Prepares necessary supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures.
  • Performs necessary quality control and maintenance on equipment.
  • Responsible for the care and cleanliness of equipment, supplies, and work area.
  • Responsible for performing all Mammography and Bone Densitometry procedures in a timely manner.
  • Performs all Mammography and Bone Densitometry procedures as per procedure protocols, optimizing imaging examinations to use only the radiation necessary to produce diagnostic-quality images.
  • Accurately comprehends and interprets verbal orders and directions.
  • Assumes responsibility for the collection and processing of patient specimens.
  • Completes accurate documentation on patient records according to policy.
  • Able to perform the necessary functions on the facility's computer systems.
  • Ensures exams are verified and completed for charging on PACS/RIS systems.
  • Responsible for training Mammography technologists with the appropriate procedure protocols.
  • Maintains Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA), Texas Department of Health (TDH), American College of Radiology (ACR), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Joint Commission standards.
  • Maintain equipment and procedure competencies.
  • Able to operate all appropriate clinical equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
  • Complete and update all employment requirements, including employer continuing education (i.e. HealthStream), Employee Health, and Radiology Competencies, Credentials, etc.
  • Must be willing to train in bone densitometry and stereotactic breast biopsy procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned.

  LINES OF REPSONSIBILITES :

  1. Tech Supervisor 2. Radiology Manager 3. Asst. Director of Radiology 4. Director of Radiology 5. VP of Imaging Services