Mammography Technologist-Full Time Days

About the position

This position is accountable to prepare patients and perform routine mammography procedures/examinations in accordance with providers' orders, ACR and MQSA guidelines, the procedure manual, and exam protocols under the supervision of a Radiologist. The Mammography Technologist is also responsible for performing bone densitometry studies. The Mammography Technologist produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with appropriate comparison studies and other exam results or pertinent patient information to the Radiologist for timely interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for mammography examinations by confirming providers' orders/screening criteria, verifying patients' identities, and obtaining adequate medical histories.
• Performs screening and diagnostic mammography examinations/procedures and bone densitometry procedures on all patient age groups and clinical conditions.
• Maintains clinical competency as evidenced by completion of an annual Competency Based Orientation Tool for Clinical Associates in Mammography.
• Adheres to departmental policies, procedures, standards, and protocols to ensure effective departmental operations and quality patient care.
• Demonstrates a high degree of knowledge and understanding of Mammography services/operations.
• Maintains competency in the usage of the Computer Aided Detection technology.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors.
• Adheres to radiation safety practices; including principles of time, distance, and shielding.
• Effectively interacts with students, providing supervision and instruction.
• Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and materials.
• Reports, records, and files patient information and procedural data.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities for the Mammography department.
• Monitors and maintains an effective follow-up program for mammography results.
• Participates in breast cancer education and screening activities for the community.
• Performs equipment quality control daily to ensure equipment is operating within manufacturer's specifications.
• Participates in and submits images for the ACR Mammography and MSQA accreditation processes.

Requirements

• Radiologic Technologist license required from the Commonwealth of Virginia for MIF, LLC facilities.
• BLS certification required.
• ARRT (R) registered in Radiologic Technology required; ARRT (M) preferred.
• Six months relevant experience required; minimum of three months in mammography preferred or successful and documented completion of MWHC/MIF cross-training program.
• If no mammography experience, active (unexpired) completion of Initial Mammography Training Course to include DBT is preferred.
• Bone Densitometry and Stereotactic Breast Biopsy experience preferred.
• Experience with applicable EMR, Radiology, and information systems preferred.

Benefits

• $10,000 Sign On Bonus
• Great Place to Work-Certified™ environment
• Respectful and communicative workplace culture