Mammography Technologist - PRN

Parkland Health

11d

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist performs and develops routine to complex mammography examinations to produce quality breast images in accordance with PHHS standards and applicable state and federal regulations. The role evaluates patient histories and physician orders, explains procedures to patients, and may assist physicians with special procedures, including biopsies and needle localizations. The technologist performs quality-control checks, maintains procedure documentation in the Radiology Information System, and handles selected medications. The position supports safe, efficient workflows and patient satisfaction, maintains effective working relationships, and may provide training or supervision to technologists and radiology students. It also requires staying current with mammography practices, regulations, accreditation requirements, and professional standards, and participating in departmental performance-improvement activities.

Requirements

Graduate of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JCERT)-accredited school or program.
Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
Either two years of mammography experience, including assisting with biopsies and needle localizations, or training in mammography through an approved school.
Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from the Texas Department of State Health Services or Texas Medical Board.
ARRT Advanced Certification in Mammography.
Current Healthcare Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card before hire and/or placement, from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross Rescuer, or Military Training Network.
Demonstrated time-management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Oral and written communication skills.
Advanced computer skills.
Ability to instruct, lead, and supervise Mammography Technologist I and II.
Ability to perform routine to complex positioning to achieve images meeting American College of Radiology criteria for appropriate views.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and hospital staff.
Ability to demonstrate patient-centered and patient-valued behaviors.
Ability to perform a team lift when setting up and removing movable steps to the mobile mammography van.

Responsibilities

Perform mammography tests and develop results to produce quality breast images for radiologists.
Review patient histories and physician orders to ensure appropriate procedures are performed.
Assist physicians with special procedures as needed.
Access and handle selected medications.
Perform quality-control checks on systems in accordance with American College of Radiology requirements and notify a supervisor of equipment maintenance needs.
Document procedures in the Radiology Information System.
Explain procedures to patients and communicate with them to support their comfort.
Maintain positive working relationships with employees, medical staff, patients, and visitors.
Provide training and supervision to Mammography Technologist I and II and, as applicable, radiology students rotating through the mammography area.
Identify opportunities to improve work processes and customer satisfaction; make recommendations and implement and monitor improvements as appropriate.
Maintain knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies, guidelines, accreditation requirements, and health-plan requirements.
Stay current with developments and trends in mammography through seminars, workshops, professional journals, professional organizations, and maintenance of certification or licensure.
Participate in departmental Performance Improvement Programs, attend department and modality meetings, and support annual goals and objectives set by Radiology Administration.
Perform other duties as assigned.