What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mammography Technologist - Summit Diagnostic Imaging Center position at SMG Brand?
Summit Diagnostic Imaging Center is recruiting for a Mammography Tech. This is a full-time opportunity with working hours of Monday-Friday 7:30 am-4:00 pm.
Examples of Duties (List does not include all duties assigned)
- Greets patient and provides instructions on procedures.
- Positions patient and adjusts equipment, selecting length and intensity for radiation exposure on individual basis. Observes patient for vital signs during procedure.
- Follows safety standards and uses radiation protection when operating radiologic equipment.
- Develops radiologic film.
- Examines mammographic images for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability.
- Delivers exam to radiologist for reading/interpretation.
- Releases patient upon completion of examination.
- Demonstrates current competencies for job position.
- Maintains strict confidentiality.
- Adheres to all aspects of the corporate compliance plan.
- Actively participates in site-level Quality Improvement Activities. Each employee will contribute to the continual evaluation site performance as well as the
implementation and measurement of improvement activities that increase the quality of care provided to patients. - Performs related tasks as requested by supervisor.
Education
Completed accredited course in radiologic technology or Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology, preferred, but required if licensed 2015 and after. Forty hours training in mammography.
Experience
Minimum of two years’ experience in radiology imaging modalities; one year of mammography experience preferred.
Certification/License
Current certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and certification in Mammography RT (R) (M). Current state permit/license as general diagnostic radiographer.
Summit Medical Group is East Tennessee’s largest primary care organization with more than 526 providers at 90 practice locations in 23 counties. Summit also consists of four diagnostic centers, mobile diagnostic services, eight physical therapy centers, four express clinics, central laboratory, and sleep services center. Summit provides healthcare services to more than 370,000 patients, averaging over one million encounters annually. For more information, visit www.summitmedical.com
In addition to our commitment to the health of our community, our organization is also committed to the health of our employees through our employee Wellness Program. Employees receive a discounted monthly insurance premium if they actively participate in the wellness program. Pre-employment drug testing will occur prior to starting work and only candidates who pass the drug test will be considered eligible for employment.