Mammography Tech III

Baystate Health•Springfield, MA

10d

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Radiologist and according to established policies and procedures, the Mammography Tech III operates mammography equipment to obtain images according to Radiologist specifications and assists with a range of sterile procedures. The technologist provides care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients receiving mammography services, performs clinical mammography imaging, and assists with clerical functions and basic nursing skills as needed. The position requires adherence to system and department compliance policies and applicable laws and regulations, a positive customer-service attitude, and teamwork. Job specifications and related duties may change based on departmental requirements and medical advancements, and other similar duties may be assigned. The technologist is responsible for patient identification and preparation, safe operation of mammography and related equipment, imaging procedures, coordination with Radiologists and hospital personnel, specimen documentation and transport, equipment quality control, and participation in department quality assurance. The role also includes maintaining stock room inventory and meeting the Imaging Career Ladder requirements for level 3. The compensation range is $52.01–$70.72 per hour, with a midpoint of $59.78. Starting salary is generally expected to be in the lower part of the range and may vary based on relevant experience.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited radiological sciences program or equivalent.
Associate degree required.
Two years of experience in the modality.
One year of experience at BH.
Maintain a minimum of 200 mammograms and mammography credits per FDA requirements.
Complete and maintain a minimum of 12 points under the Imaging Career Ladder policy.
Maintain the listed certifications: 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

Ensure proper patient identification and review authorization/order forms for patient history and the exam to be performed; 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 needed for job functions.
Maintain knowledge of operating manuals and manufacturer recommendations for safe operation of mammography, stereotactic, and ultrasound units, film processing equipment, and computer-aided detection (CAD); follow radiation-safety policies and procedures.
Perform clinical mammography technologist functions, including positioning, compression, exposure, film labeling and processing, and computer-assisted detection.
Image specimens as required after procedures and review diagnostic images with the Radiologist to ensure exams are complete.
Prepare films for final interpretation in the radiology reading room as needed.
Coordinate timely services with hospital personnel and maintain patient confidentiality.
Assist the Radiologist with sterile interventional procedures, including stereotactic breast biopsy, ultrasound, ultrasound core biopsy, needle localization wire, ductogram, cyst aspiration, and fine needle aspiration.
Complete paperwork and document specimens for pathology review; ensure specimens are transported to courier pickup and/or the pathology department.
Review discharge and follow-up instructions with patients when applicable.
Perform quality control of mammography units, ultrasound and biopsy equipment, film processing, and CAD according to MQSA as supported by the FDA.
Participate in department quality assurance activities.
Assist with maintaining stock room inventory.
Complete and maintain a minimum of 12 points under the Imaging Career Ladder policy and submit documentation required for level 3 review.
Adhere to system and department compliance policies and applicable laws and regulations; perform other similar and related duties as assigned.