Mammography Technologist II

Sarah Bush Lincoln•Mattoon, IL

19d•$31 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist II position is responsible for providing quality diagnostic images for review by the radiologist. In addition, this position requires accreditation and performance of breast ultrasound.

Requirements

Associate's Degree (Required)
ARRT - Breast Sonography (BS) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
ARRT - Mammography (M) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
ARRT - Radiography (R) - (within 1 year of hire) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
BLS or CPR certification (within 90 days of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln
IEMA - Illinois Emergency Management Agency - State of Illinois

Responsibilities

Acknowledges mammography exams completed during the shift and maintains proper documentation in the hospital information system (HIS) and Picture archiving communication system (PACS).
Assists Central Scheduling in setting up special testing within mammography work area (i.e. additional views, localization).
Obtains previous mammograms for comparison.
Assists radiologist with needle localization and stereotactic biopsies requiring mammography equipment.
Assists with ultrasound breast biopsy procedures.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment in order to comply with established policies and procedures of Sarah Bush Lincoln Health System and OSHA.
Maintains ultrasound equipment and quality assurance.
Performs breast ultrasound exams.
Performs daily quality assurance testing and takes an active role in meeting requirements for MSQA; quality control/assurance.
Positions and radiographs patients utilizing mammography equipment while practicing radiation safety.
Promotes mammography through community education.
Reports equipment malfunctions and need for maintenance appropriately.