Mammo Tech 111

Baystate Health•Palmer, MA

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Radiologist and according to established policies and procedures, the Mammography Technologist operates mammography equipment to obtain images according to Radiologist specifications and assists the Radiologist with sterile procedures. The role provides care and treatment to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients receiving mammography services. The technologist performs clinical mammography imaging, assists with clerical functions and basic nursing skills as needed, maintains a positive customer service attitude, follows Baystate Operating Principles, and works as a team member. The incumbent must adhere to system and departmental compliance policies and applicable laws and regulations. Duties and job specifications may change based on departmental needs and advances in treatment modalities; other similar and related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited radiological sciences program or equivalent.
Associate degree required.
Two years of experience in the modality.
One year at BH.
Maintain a minimum of 200 mammograms and mammography credits as required by the FDA.
Complete and maintain a minimum of 12 points under the Imaging Career Ladder policy.
Certifications listed: American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists; Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association; and Radiologic Technologist certification from the State of Massachusetts.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in mammography, interventional procedures, and quality control.

Responsibilities

Verify patient identity according to policy and procedure, review authorization and order forms for patient history and requested exams, and validate questionable orders with the ordering physician and/or radiologist.
Explain the nature of procedures clearly to patients in lay terms.
Operate the Radiology and Mammography information systems as required for job functions.
Follow manufacturers’ recommendations and operator manuals for safe operation of mammography, stereotactic and ultrasound units, film-processing equipment, and computer-aided detection (CAD); practice radiation safety according to policy.
Perform clinical mammography procedures, including positioning, compression, exposure, film labeling and processing, and computer-assisted detection; image specimens after procedures when required.
Review diagnostic images with the radiologist to ensure exams are complete and prepare films for final interpretation in the radiology reading room as needed.
Coordinate services with hospital personnel and maintain patient confidentiality.
Assist the radiologist with sterile procedures, including stereotactic breast biopsy, ultrasound, ultrasound core biopsy, needle-localization wire placement, ductogram, cyst aspiration, and fine-needle aspiration.
Complete paperwork and specimen documentation for pathology review, ensure specimens are transported to courier pickup and/or the pathology department, and review discharge and follow-up instructions with patients when applicable.
Perform quality control for mammography units, ultrasound, biopsy equipment, film processing, and CAD according to MQSA requirements supported by the FDA.
Participate in departmental quality-assurance activities.
Assist in maintaining stockroom inventory.
Maintain at least 12 points under the Imaging Career Ladder policy and submit documentation for review of level 3.
Maintain a minimum of 200 mammograms and mammography credits as required by the FDA.
Perform other similar and related duties as assigned.