What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammography Technologist - PRN position at Holmdel Imaging?
Join an energetic, patient-focused team! Holmdel Imaging is currently seeking an experienced Mammography Technologist for a PRN position at our outpatient imaging center located in Holmdel, New Jersey.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Radiology Medical Director, the Mammography technologist:
Experience
Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography and maintain current valid registration from ARRT. Mammo advanced registration through ARRT is required upon hire or within the first 12 months of employment. Additionally, must meet the state licensure requirement for the state in which they practice.
Skills/Abilities
Serving patients in over 50 communities, OIA is an imaging center management & development operation that is committed to delivering an affordable diagnostic imaging option without compromising customer convenience, care, technology or results. We are always recruiting for talented individuals who are dedicated to excellent patient care and the highest level of customer service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Salary Description $40-$50
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $40 - $50 Hourly
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Radiology Medical Director, the Mammography technologist:
- Performs breast imaging procedures and related techniques, producing data at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.
- Ensures services are performed in a safe environment in accordance with established guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Serves as part of the imaging center team and seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice.
- Receives, relays, and documents verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.
- Corroborates patient's clinical history with physician's order and procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. May also verify informed consent, if applicable.
- Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures.
- Knowledge of and assists with MQSA regulations.
- Applies principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
- Evaluates images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.
- Provides education to patients and other health care providers.
- Performs ongoing quality assurance activities.
- Identifies, prepares, positions patient, and competently performs procedure by using established Mammography protocols or as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner for diagnostic interpretation or intervention, to achieve the highest quality image.
- Determines image exposure factors.
- Maintains archival storage of digital data as appropriate.
- Assists in maintaining supply inventory.
- Establishes ownership of clinical area by taking pride in appearance and readiness of exam rooms, equipment, and supplies.
- Participates in performance improvement activities.
- Demonstrates consistent use of AIDET (Acknowledge patient, Introduce yourself, provide Duration/timeline for test, Explain the test, & Thank them for choosing our center) and HEAL ( Hear them out, Empathize, Apologize, & Leap into action to solve) when interacting with patients/customers.
- Takes the initiative to help other modalities/areas of the Imaging Center as assigned or when work load/area allows.
- Attends/participates in staff meetings, in-services, and center-wide meetings as scheduled.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Experience
- Up to 5 years experience as a Mammography Technologist
- Must have a minimum Associates Degree in Radiology or be a graduate of an accredited two-year radiology program.
Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography and maintain current valid registration from ARRT. Mammo advanced registration through ARRT is required upon hire or within the first 12 months of employment. Additionally, must meet the state licensure requirement for the state in which they practice.
Skills/Abilities
- Skill in operation of Mammography equipment as well as applicable ancillary equipment.
- Ability to work independently and multitask.
- Ability to provide documentation accurately and concisely.
- Demonstrates understanding of human cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiopharmacology, and medical terminology.
- Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and retrieving of data.
Serving patients in over 50 communities, OIA is an imaging center management & development operation that is committed to delivering an affordable diagnostic imaging option without compromising customer convenience, care, technology or results. We are always recruiting for talented individuals who are dedicated to excellent patient care and the highest level of customer service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
IHROIAAR
#INDCPRN
Salary Description $40-$50
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $40 - $50 Hourly
Salary : $40 - $50