Mammographer / Radiologic Technologist- FT

Andalusia Health - Andalusia, AL

Full-time - Entry Level

Andalusia, AL

About the position

The Mammographer/Radiologic Technologist at Andalusia Health plays a crucial role in patient care by performing imaging procedures, educating patients, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This position requires a blend of technical skills and patient interaction, contributing to the overall mission of promoting healing and preserving dignity for patients.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and physician's orders.
• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment, and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice when ordered.
• Monitor patient condition continually and report/respond to changes in status as appropriate.
• Assist physician with performing interventional procedures including fine needle aspiration and needle localization.
• Prepare equipment and supplies for imaging procedures.
• Select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters for procedures.
• Implement safety standards and perform quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoot, resolve, and/or report equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) regulations and applicable accreditation.
• Position patients and perform imaging procedures, biopsies, stereotactic and special procedures.
• Analyze results and identify issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Take appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures.
• Enter, transmit, and report scan results.
• Keep current with BiRad and follow-ups on all patients.
• Perform breast ultrasound scans and breast ultrasound biopsies.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved course in Radiologic Technology.
• One or more years of experience in Mammography preferred.
• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a stressful environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Active membership in the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Desirable to belong to a national, regional, state and/or local society.

Benefits

• Open salary structure based on experience and qualifications.