Mammogram Technician

Advatix, Inc. • Rancho Mirage, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Produces quality screening and diagnostic mammography films and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) exams; educates patients regarding patient exams and accurately documents procedures completed and procedure codes.

Requirements

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations in a calm and professional manner
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected situations
• Ability to communicate with patients, healthcare professionals, and staff to ensure a clear and accurate exchange of information
• Proficient in the use of mammography and DEXA equipment
• Required: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - Radiology (R)
• California Radiologic Technologist (CRT) license, Radiography and Mammography
• American Heart Association BLS.
• Required: Graduate of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) approved School of Radiologic Technology.

Nice To Haves

• Mammography screening experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations
• Interacts compassionately and effectively with patients, providing a Five Star experience by reducing anxieties; provides explanations of procedures and equipment, and answers questions
• Escorts patients from the sub-wait area to the procedure room
• Explain the procedure to the patient before beginning the exam
• Obtains the appropriate medical history required (patient and family) before the procedure is started.
• Explains comparative film review and obtains patient film release signature, as appropriate.
• Performs appropriate screening and diagnostic mammography exams
• Completes all required billing and documentation accurately and timely in EHR and PACS
• Performs bone density screening as assigned
• Maintains the cleanliness of all radiology equipment and rooms
• Maintains job knowledge by the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) and state regulatory requirements
• Follows department timekeeping procedures
• Works at the main campus and satellite facilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees