Mammography Tech

Confluence Health

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Located in the heart of Washington, Confluence Health actively supports the communities they serve. This position performs all routine and diagnostic Mammographic procedures, providing patients with safe, courteous, and efficient care. The role also assists in other sections of the department as needed.

Requirements

A graduate of a course in Radiologic Technology approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
Washington State Certification as Radiologic Technologist (RT) license.
ARRT registered in Mammography (within 6 months of hire).
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification (within 90 days of hire).

Nice To Haves

Previous mammography experience.
A working knowledge of computers, accurate keyboarding skills, and email communication.

Responsibilities

Prepares for and performs all mammography examinations by positioning patients and adjusting equipment exposure factors.
Assists radiologists in biopsy procedures when needed.
Evaluates mammograms for technical quality.
Completes "Informed Consent" forms as needed.
Maintains the cleanliness of the mammography machines and associated minor equipment in accordance with infection control policies and procedures.
Understands and follows all universal precautions and personal protective equipment requirements.
Attend department meetings and participate in all annual required training and in-service training.
Possesses knowledge of MQSA requirements and participates, as needed, in the accomplishment of required quality assurance records.
Utilizes PACS, RIS, and current EMR efficiently and completes required documentation for each examination performed.
Lifts and transfers patients as needed using safe ergonomic technique and utilizes the hydraulic lift or other safe patient handling devices and the patient's family members or caregivers when necessary.
Complies with all continuing education requirements as dictated by regulatory entities.
Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate standards of behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.