Mammography Technologist - League City Campus (PRN, up to 19 hrs/wk)

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•League City, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist I works independently to perform screening, diagnostic mammographic, breast intervention, and bone density examinations, including common and special mammographic exams of moderate complexity. The technologist provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic and special breast procedures and is a member of the direct patient care team. The role delivers patient care while adhering to breast examination standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to support patient safety and customer service. The technologist optimizes imaging protocols and image quality, follows radiation and other safety practices, maintains sterile technique, performs equipment quality control, and accurately documents procedures and charges. This is a PRN position at the League City Campus, for up to 19.99 hours per week and without benefits. Hours are during the day shift between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., varying according to coverage needs.

Requirements

Associate of Applied Science degree or graduation from an accredited Radiography Program. Individuals who graduated from an accredited Radiography Program before 2015 are exempt from the Associate’s Degree requirement.
Eight hours of initial digital training.
Eight hours of initial tomosynthesis training.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R) registration.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-M) registration.
Texas Medical Board certification (MRT).
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Promote a positive work environment and collaborate with all members of the patient care team.
Respond proactively to patient needs and communicate with patients and family members using AIDET, Key Words, and MANAGE UP techniques at an age-appropriate level.
Optimize imaging protocols for patient care, image quality, and patient experience, including positioning, collimation, physiology, procedure preparation, technical factors, and appropriate lead shielding.
Perform screening, diagnostic, breast intervention, and bone densitometry procedures, including common and special exams of moderate complexity.
Assist physicians during procedures, including maintaining sterile technique.
Practice radiation safety and ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), follow imaging and hospital safety standards, and comply with applicable department and job-role policies.
Participate in WASTE walks and support department LEAN projects.
Report near misses and promptly enter errors into the appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system.
Perform imaging equipment quality control at required intervals to verify equipment is safe for use.
Use critical thinking to observe and address patient reactions or potential outcomes and obtain assistance as appropriate.
Provide accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures and enter charges when services are delivered.