What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammography Technologist - First Shift position at Duke?
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***This Position is Eligible for a Lump Sum of $3,000 Relocation and $15,000 Commitment Bonus****
Location: Duke University Hospital
Work Week: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
General Description of the Job Class
Perform a variety of technical activities associated with the performance of screening and diagnostic mammography procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities of this Level
- Perform a variety of tasks involving the operation of mammographic radiographic equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate.
- Position patients, using immobilization when necessary. Calculate exposure factors, assist physicians.
- Perform the quality control functions related to mammography.
- Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality obtaining additional images as needed.
- Prepare and set up medical supplies using aseptic techniques if appropriate. Explain procedures to patients.
- Charge mammographic procedures and supplies in Maestro or EPIC.
- Provide orientation to new Mammographers.
- Provide education and training to student Mammographers.
- Assist in maintenance and compilation of statistical data.
- Demonstrate proficiency in performing all breast imaging procedures, to include breast interventional procedures.
- Monitor mammography section procedures and supply charges to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.
**DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.
Required Qualifications at this Level
Education
- Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
- Technologists initially qualifying on or after April 28, 1999, must meet the Mammo-Specific requirements by having at least 40 hours of documented training in mammography.
Experience
- Level I must obtain ARRT certification at time of employment.
- Performance of a minimum of 25 mammography exams under direct supervision of an appropriate MQSA qualified individual. At least 8 hours of training in using any modality (e.g., digital) before beginning to use that modality independently.
- Level II Minimum of two years' experience as a Mammography technologist. Must perform at least 200 mammography examinations in a 24-month period.
- Level III A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
- ARRT certification in radiography
- ARRT advanced certification in mammography
- FDA/MQSA qualified to include meeting the MQSA CE requirements of at least 15 CEUs in a 36-month period that must include at least 6 CEUs in each mammographic modality used.
- BLS certification
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