Mammography Technician - On-call

HealthPartners•Elk River, MN

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About The Position

Riverway Clinic is hiring a Mammography Technician to join its Radiology team. The role performs the duties needed to position and expose patients for mammograms, process x-rays, ensure image quality, and educate patients about exposure. Patient care and positive patient relationships are central to the position. The technician performs mammograms and produces high-quality radiographs while following radiation-protection, safety, and quality-control protocols. The role also includes reviewing and organizing images, maintaining equipment and records, supporting reception duties when needed, answering calls, assisting patients, and contributing to teamwork and department quality assurance. The technician protects patient privacy and confidentiality, respects diversity, and maintains a professional and safe exam-room environment. The work schedule varies.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
Currently registered A.R.R.T.
CPR certification.
Initially qualified in mammography, including 40 hours of initial training.
Ability to organize effectively and establish priorities.
Understanding of regulations and procedures for administering patient care.
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used to administer patient care.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions needed to establish safe working conditions.
Ability to maintain records, write reports, and respond to correspondence.
Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and work quickly under pressure.
Ability to work productively as a team player.

Nice To Haves

Membership in the Minnesota Society of Radiologic Technologists (M.S.R.T.) or the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (A.S.R.T.).

Responsibilities

Position and radiate patients for mammograms; process x-rays and maintain image quality.
Educate patients regarding exposure and respond to their questions and concerns about procedures.
Perform mammograms and produce high-quality radiographs with minimum errors.
Select appropriate technical factors and operate equipment safely while following radiation-protection and quality-control protocols.
Use independent judgment when necessary to depart from established techniques while maintaining professional standards.
Process and review finished images and sort and organize images for reading.
Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and assist with department record keeping and related file work.
Perform department receptionist duties when the receptionist is absent, if applicable.
Follow OSHA standards, maintain equipment, and comply with the Code of Conduct and legal and ethical requirements, including confidentiality.
Participate in patient outreach to maximize care.
Answer incoming calls and communicate appropriately with patients and others.
Greet patients warmly and provide timely, appropriate responses to written, verbal, and nonverbal communication.
Protect patients’ rights to privacy, safety, and confidentiality; respect, embrace, and value diversity.
Maintain a well-stocked, orderly, safe, and professional exam room.
Project a professional image through appearance, a positive attitude, and constructive interactions.
Work constructively with other departments and individuals, share job knowledge with new employees, and prioritize team goals.
Participate in self-development and educational activities.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.