Mammography Technologist - Breast Center

Kettering Health Network • Hamilton, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist performs both screening and diagnostic mammograms and assists the Radiologists with mammography procedures. This individual helps with performing QC testing and documentation as required by the MQSA. The technologist helps to maintain all paperwork and documentation in regard to abnormal follow ups pathology, patient letters etc. as required by MQSA. This person must demonstrate good customer service with patients and doctor's offices, as well as have good communication with our Radiologists. The technologist is expected to work both independently and as a team with limited supervision. This person must participate in yearly MQSA inspections and the ACR process as needed. Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Requirements

• Maintain fifteen mammography specific continuing credits per every two year period as required by the MQSA
• ARRT registry in mammography is required.
• Certified in BLS
• Registered as a Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Must possess a valid Ohio License as a Radiographer.
• Experience is an active Mammography department with skill taking care of various patient types.
• Technologist must also have an understanding of routine QC procedures and MQSA and ACR requirements.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under time pressure.
• Ability to operate new equipment and learn new procedures.
• Ability to deal tactfully and professionally with physicians, patients, and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Performs both screening and diagnostic mammograms
• Assists Radiologists with mammography procedures
• Performs QC testing and documentation as required by the MQSA
• Maintains paperwork and documentation in regard to abnormal follow ups pathology, patient letters etc. as required by MQSA
• Demonstrates good customer service with patients and doctor's offices
• Communicates effectively with Radiologists
• Works independently and as a team with limited supervision
• Participates in yearly MQSA inspections and the ACR process as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees