MAMMO TECH

Forrest General Hospital•Columbia, MS

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Modality Supervisor, the Mammo Tech performs patient examinations and related activities in accordance with established protocols and demonstrates knowledge of the digital environment. The role involves conducting mammographic imaging studies to detect breast tissue abnormalities and presenting completed studies for diagnosis. The tech reviews images before archiving them to PACS and submission to radiologists, maintains patient records, verifies patient identity using at least two identifiers, confirms clinical history, completes paperwork and consent forms, and performs equipment QA/QC as needed. The tech positions patients and breasts, adjusts compression and equipment controls, instructs patients during imaging, takes and reviews images, makes adjustments or retakes images as necessary, and forwards completed studies to radiologists. The role also includes maintaining a clean examination area and sterile techniques, stocking and ordering supplies, assisting physicians as needed, and introducing student technologists to basic procedural concepts. The tech must communicate appropriately with patients, families, visitors, vendors, and staff across age groups and with sensitivity to cultural and religious beliefs. The position requires use of ALARA and radiation shielding practices, safe handling of equipment and patients, and the ability to prioritize work and function under stress. The tech uses hospital systems and equipment including EMR, PACS, RIS, IDI workstations, mammography equipment, Excel, and Microsoft Word. Duties include placing testing orders according to Radiant Tip sheets, printing and verifying patient CDs, requesting outside films, and troubleshooting equipment or systems by contacting the help desk or vendors and recording ticket numbers for the Supervisor.

Requirements

Graduate from an approved AMA school of radiologic technology.
Be registry eligible in mammography.
Maintain 12 Mammography-specific Category A CEUs yearly.
Three years of experience in diagnostic radiology and one year in mammography are preferred.
Mississippi Department of Health licensure (MSRT) due upon hire.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) R.T. (R) Radiography certification due upon hire.
Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of employment.
Mammography certification within two years of employment.
Demonstrate knowledge of digital imaging and appropriate computer skills.
Demonstrate knowledge and practice of radiation safety and ALARA principles.
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
Have technical aptitude for troubleshooting radiology equipment and systems.
Be competent in accessing and using EMR for patient care.
Be able to use Excel and Microsoft Word for daily tasks.
Be able to tolerate physically demanding tasks involving movement of equipment and patients, using safety measures.
Be able to perform as a team member, cooperate, follow directions, demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.

Nice To Haves

Three years of diagnostic radiology experience and one year of mammography experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform mammographic examinations and related activities according to established protocols.
Detect breast tissue abnormalities through mammographic imaging and present studies for diagnosis.
Review images before archiving to PACS and submitting them to radiologists for interpretation.
Verify patient identity using at least two identifiers and ensure the patient's clinical history is complete.
Maintain patient records and complete associated paperwork and radiology consent forms before procedures.
Perform equipment QA/QC as needed and maintain production and quality according to established standards and procedures.
Position patients and breasts, adjust compression mechanisms and equipment controls, instruct patients during imaging, and acquire mammographic images.
Review mammogram results, determine needed adjustments, retake images when required, and forward completed studies to radiologists.
Maintain clean examination areas, accepted sterile techniques, and stocked exam rooms; monitor and order supplies as needed.
Provide student technologists with basic procedural concepts within the responsible modality.
Apply ALARA principles and radiation shielding practices to minimize exposure when possible.
Assist physicians as needed while maintaining the sterile field.
Explain exam preparation to patients and answer their questions.
Place testing orders in the hospital EMR according to Radiant Tip sheets.
Use PACS, RIS, IDI workstations, mammography equipment, and other radiology systems; troubleshoot issues and report help desk or vendor ticket numbers to the Supervisor.
Print patient CDs and ensure the correct patient receives each CD.
Request outside films from other facilities in a timely manner.
Multitask and prioritize workload to prevent delays in patient care.
Use safe practices when moving equipment and patients to prevent accidents.
Provide age-appropriate care and assess patient needs in relation to age-specific growth and development.
Communicate and interact appropriately with patients, families, visitors, vendors, and fellow staff, with sensitivity to cultural and religious beliefs.
Work as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely, demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.