Mammography Tech PRN Edinburg

UHS • Edinburg, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs Mammography procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision on technical details. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed policies for Mammography diagnosis. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas or procedures as required. Performs quality control procedures as required by the Federal and State requirements. Evaluates all orders, verifies and ensures the correct exam is performed. Responsible for interacting with hospital staff and/or nursing departments regarding patient care, concerns, and conflicts by identifying and assisting in the resolutions. Responsible and accountable for maintaining performance skills. Works weekends, holidays, evenings, overtime, and/or on an on-call/call-back status, when needed. This position summary contains the most relevant duties and responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned.

Requirements

• Graduate from an approved school in Radiologic Technology.
• Licensed as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) in the State of Texas.
• Current ARRT Certification in Radiology and Mammography or MQSA qualified technologist eligible to take ARRT in Mammography.
• Must have current BCLS certification and remain current thereafter. Certification must be in accordance with the curriculum of the AHA, for Healthcare Provider’s Program.
• Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years prior Mammography and/or Radiographer experience preferred.
• MQSA Certified Mammographer thru the ARRT preferred or MQSA qualified technologist eligible to take ARRT advanced level exam in mammography with documentation of 40 hr. training course and clinical experience.
• The MQSA qualified technologist will be required to pass the ARRT advanced level exam within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs Mammography procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision on technical details.
• Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed policies for Mammography diagnosis.
• Assumes responsibilities for designated areas or procedures as required.
• Performs quality control procedures as required by the Federal and State requirements.
• Evaluates all orders, verifies and ensures the correct exam is performed.
• Responsible for interacting with hospital staff and/or nursing departments regarding patient care, concerns, and conflicts by identifying and assisting in the resolutions.
• Responsible and accountable for maintaining performance skills.
• Works weekends, holidays, evenings, overtime, and/or on an on-call/call-back status, when needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree