What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammography Technologist 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:
Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the Mammography Technologist will perform diagnostic scanning procedures to capture consistent and high-quality breast images.
Essential Functions of a Mammography Technolosgist:
- Uses specialized equipment to capture breast images and ensures accuracy.
- Explains mammogram procedures to patients, addressing their concerns and anxieties.
- Positions patients for exams, ensuring comfortable and accurate positioning.
- Monitors the condition of patients in the department and assists the radiologist or other physicians in performing needed medical attention.
- Review and evaluate the quality of breast images.
- Performs clerical work related to the obtaining of previous reports, X-ray films, etc.
- Ensures the safety of both patients and staff by adhering to radiation protection measures.
- Maintains accuracy of patient records and documentation related to mammogram procedures.
- Work as part of a team to assist radiologists, fellow technologists, and office staff as needed
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Possesses a skilled level and working knowledge of Mammography scanning technology.
- Competency in instructing fellow Mammography Technologists in the art of scanning.
- Ability to communicate with radiologists and other healthcare providers about images and patient care.
- Demonstrates skill and knowledge to identify abnormalities while performing Mammography scans.
- Initiative to obtain additional scans, views, or extremely technical factors to provide maximum information for the radiologist to make an accurate diagnosis.
- Maintain sensitivity to physical and psychological needs of patients
- Maintains patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPPA guidelines.
Education and Experience:
- ARRT(M) Certification
- CPR/BLS Certification
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Work generally does not involve occupational risk; however, failure to follow established procedures and safety practices could result in minor injury, e.g., minor cuts, needle punctures, bruises from falls on slippery floors, or back injuries sustained while assisting in moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials.
What We Offer:
- PTO for full-time employees
- 6 Observed Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and other voluntary insurances
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Rezolut Academy, a career pathways program to help further your career
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
- PRN
- Onsite