Mammography/X-Ray Technologist

SUMMARY

Prepares Patients for imaging in both the X-Ray and mammography department.

 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs radiographic procedures as prescribed by a physician.
• Operates DR equipment.
• Determines proper technique through the selection of voltage, current, and exposure time.
• Positions patients for the proper view of the affected area.
• Instructs patients as to the proper physiological requirements for the procedure.
• Acquires patient medical history.
• Complies with infection control procedures.
• Prevent unnecessary radiation exposure both to themselves and to the patient.
• Communicate compassionately and accurately to the patient to explain what they are about to experience.
• Effective use of system applications to perform patient workflow.
• Housekeeping items including but not limited to laundry, stocking of supplies, etc.
• Attendance at meetings and training sessions may be required. These sessions could occasionally be scheduled outside of your regular working hours to accommodate business needs and training opportunities. We appreciate your flexibility and commitment to attending these sessions as necessary to support our team's goals and professional development.
• SUPPORTS MISSION, VISION AND VALUES OF THE CORPORATION

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training. 

 
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must hold a current ARRT certificate and be willing to obtain Mammography certification within 1 year. (Open to on-the-job training for registered RTs).
• Must continue to obtain the recommended amount of Continuing Educations Credits each year for your certifications. 
• Continuing education in accordance of the ARRT, ACR, and State of Michigan.

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization. 

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.