Mammography Tech - Requisition #686892

Oaklawn Hospital • Marshall, MI

31d

About The Position

Job Summary: Under limited supervision, provides mammography and bone density exam's for patients.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in X-ray Technology or related field.
• Registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Mammography (M)
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS from American Red Cross or American Heart Association).
• Knowledge of radiological equipment and techniques, radiation safety, anatomy/physiology and disease process and quality control.
• Should be skilled in interpersonal relationships, monitoring patient responses assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands and operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
• According to the needs of the organization, some incumbents in this job class may be required to obtain additional specific technical certifications.

Responsibilities

• Consistently uses an outward mindset and puts forth exemplary effort in accomplishing his/her goals and objectives in a manner that helps others to achieve their goals and objectives.
• Performs mammography and other radiological testing according to department procedures.
• Demonstrates proficiency in use of all radiological equipment used
• Performs all required Quality Control and document results per departmental procedures.
• Reviews and evaluates digital images, or computer generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
• Explains procedures and observes patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
• Operate or oversees operation of radiological equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
• Positions and immobilizes patients on equipment and/or examining table.
• Positions imaging equipment and adjusts controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
• Determines technical factors, set controls and operates equipment per manufacturer specifications.
• Monitors display of area being scanned and adjusts density or contrast to improve picture quality.
• Monitors patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
• Sets up examination rooms, and ensures that all necessary equipment is ready.
• Takes thorough and accurate patient medical histories.
• Records, processes and maintains patient data and treatment records, and prepares reports.
• Coordinates work with clerical personnel and other technologists.
• Demonstrates new equipment, procedures, and techniques to staff, and provides technical assistance.
• Provides assistance with such tasks as dressing and changing to seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients.
• Performs scheduled quality assurance studies, maintenance and minor emergency repairs on radiographic equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees