Lead Mammography Technologist (Mon.-Fri. 7a - 3:30p)

Medical Clinic of Houston, L.L.P. • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Participate in complex technical activities associated with the operation of medical imaging equipment in Radiology. Contribute in activities in the department ensuring accuracy and completeness of work, and adherence to established Radiology, Medical Clinic of Houston, and the Code of Conduct policies and procedures. Provide excellent customer service and positive outcomes during conflict resolution.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R). Must be certified in Mammography.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to operate a mammography unit to provide images and complex data for determining medical treatment/diagnosis.
• Perform screening and diagnostic mammograms and manage patient workflow for mammography patients.
• Perform and document all quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) per DPH, MQSA, and ACR guidelines.
• Responsible for all accreditation and state inspection processes.
• Maintain daily records on all mammography examinations and callback procedures.
• Maintain and update medical audit analysis in coordination with the lead interpreting physician.
• Monitor recommendations for biopsies to ensure follow-up procedures have been performed and maintain pathological results.
• Ensure previous mammography studies from outside facilities are available for radiologist interpretation.
• Maintain accurate records of procedures performed by technologists and mammograms interpreted by radiologists.
• Maintain a professional and clean environment for the Mammography Department at all times.
• Monitor Synapse RIS schedule for all procedures; setup and explain procedures; position patients for each anatomical view specified using immobilization and protective devices required; report any changes in patient’s condition.
• Ensure customer service is provided in a timely manner.
• Ensures all procedures in mammography are interpreted in a timely manner.
• Consult with supervisor or manager for problem solving and/or changes in procedures.
• Report incidents in a timely manner not exceeding 24 hours.
• Coordinate the daily cleaning, periodical preventive maintenance of the equipment in X-ray.
• Assist with developing, reviewing, and updating of mammography protocols and procedures.
• Perform periodical evaluation of mammography protocols and procedures, under the direction of the Radiologists, to determine quality assurance and/or additional projections requirements.
• Serve as a mentor and resource to train less experienced technologists.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure the Mammography Departments complies with all State and Federal regulations, as applicable to the areas of responsibility.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate late add-on patients.
• Adhere to the Radiology and Clinic Policy and Procedures and the Code of Conduct.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees