Mammography Tech - Per Diem

Torrance Memorial Medical Center•Torrance, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of radiographic procedures at a skilled technical level. This includes instructing and preparing patients for mammogram examinations, selecting appropriate equipment settings, determining optimal patient positioning for clear imaging, and using specific techniques like the Ecklund Technique for breast implants. The role also involves practicing aseptic techniques, screening patients for pregnancy, ensuring radiation safety for both patient and self, assisting radiologists, and adhering to universal protocols. The position requires performing quality control tests, maintaining medication security, supporting new employee training, acquiring quality digital images, participating in performance improvement activities, and demonstrating knowledge of clinical norms for all age groups. Adherence to MQSA, FDA, and TJC regulations is essential.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or Higher Education
2 years of Mammography Experience
Mammography certification
ARRT National Certification
Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)
BCLS or ACLS Certification

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of radiographic procedures at a skilled technical level.
Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic mammogram examinations.
Selects the appropriate equipment, voltage, current and exposure time for the prescribed exam.
Determines the most suitable anatomic position for obtaining an undistorted radiograph which can most clearly demonstrate the area of interest.
Uses Ecklund Technique when imaging breast implants.
Practices proper hand washing techniques and aseptic technique when indicated.
Asks patient if they could be pregnant prior to starting exam.
Protects patient and self from undue radiation exposure.
Assists radiologists during procedures as required.
Ensures universal protocol is followed.
Alerts supervisor if any test is out of limits.
Performs quality control tests and records and monitors same.
Understands his/her role in maintaining medication security to authorized personnel only.
Supports departmental need for orientation and training of new employees.
Ensures, quality digital images are acquired with appropriate labeling information.
Participates in hospital performance improvement activities (BPI projects, task forces, etc) when requested.
Demonstrates knowledge of clinical norms for all age groups as applicable to job functions.
Follows MQSA, FDA, and TJC regulations in the performance of duties.