What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammography Technologist (PRN) position at Rezolut?
Who is Rezolut?
Rezolut is a national emerging platform of diagnostic medical imaging services. With focus on four key platforms, our vision is to provide topnotch patient care partnered with innovative technology — to achieve better health outcomes.
We provide high-quality, cost-effective, fixed-site outpatient diagnostic imaging as well as mobile imaging and health services. In each of our regions, we are the best in radiology, offering all radiology services!
Job Summary
The Mammography Tech is responsible for detecting breast tissue abnormalities by completing mammographic imaging studies and presenting them for diagnosis. The Technologist will work Monday- Friday as needed, and Saturday coverage from 8a.m. - 1p.m. as needed.
Essential Functions of a Mammography Tech
- Greets patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing imaging request; checking for special instructions; confirming anticipated service with patients.
- Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of imaging procedures; explaining equipment; answering questions.
- Conducts mammography study by positioning breasts; adjusting compression mechanisms; instructing patient to hold breath; retreating to lead protected area; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors; activating equipment to take image; releasing compression mechanisms; preparing for next positioning and view.
- Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques.
- Maintains production and quality of mammograms by following established standards and procedures; developing mammograms; observing mammogram results; determining necessary adjustments for optimum results; retaking mammograms as required; forwarding completed studies to radiologist for interpretation.
- Ensures operation of mammography equipment by completing preventive maintenance; instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories.
- Keeps mammography supplies and patient gowns ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; collecting and processing laundry.
- Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures.
- Documents patient mammogram services by completing patient record charting.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
Competencies/Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to perform independently.
- Customer/Client Focused.
- Detailed-oriented.
Required Education and Experience
- Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training and the ability to meet requirements for registry by the America Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Preferred Education and Experience
- High proficiency of PC systems, tools, and applications.
- Strong interest in scientific and technical skills.
What We Offer
- Immediately accrue PTO as you work! (Full Time)
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and other voluntary insurances for full-time employees
- 401(k) Retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
Salary : $35 - $45