Mammography Technologist

Owensboro Health • Leitchfield, KY

145d

About The Position

Performs mammography and imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Requirements

• No experience required.
• Diploma, Associate's degree or higher in Science or related field required upon hire.
• RT(R) - Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Radiology required upon hire.
• RT(M) - Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Mammography required upon hire.
• ROC - Radiation Operator Certification in the state of Kentucky required upon hire.
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position.

Nice To Haves

• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
• Implements radiation protection and safety standards.
• Applies principle of As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Assesses and educates patients according to specific department protocols.
• Maintains a quality assurance program according to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) regulations.
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patients regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patients' understanding and cooperation.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree