Mammography Technologist

REGIONAL MEDICAL IMAGING•Flint, MI

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About The Position

The Mammography Technologist operates x-ray and mammography equipment to produce images for early detection while working with a trained and certified radiologist. The role supports the corporation’s mission, vision, and values. The position is part-time and hourly (non-exempt), with a second-shift schedule of 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; weekdays are to be determined. A $500 sign-on bonus is paid in two installments: $250 after 30 days of employment and $250 after 90 days of employment. The technologist positions patients for the views required by the ordered or requested examination, explains the procedure compassionately and accurately, instructs patients on the physiological requirements, and obtains patient medical history. The role includes performing quality assurance as needed for regulated calibrations and other accreditation requirements, preventing unnecessary radiation exposure, and using system applications to complete patient workflow. The technologist works with colleagues and radiologists, follows applicable ACR and ARRT rules, and assists with housekeeping tasks such as laundry and stocking supplies. Attendance at meetings and training sessions may occasionally be required outside regular working hours. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training. A current ARRT certificate is required, and the technologist must be willing to obtain Mammography Certification within one year. On-the-job training is available to registered RTs. The employee must maintain the recommended continuing education credits for certifications in accordance with ARRT, ACR, and State of Michigan requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training.
Current ARRT certificate.
Willingness to obtain Mammography Certification within one year.
Continue to obtain the recommended number of continuing education credits for certifications, in accordance with ARRT, ACR, and State of Michigan requirements.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations to other employees.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Frequently stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch; occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

On-the-job training is available for registered RTs.

Responsibilities

Position patients for the proper views according to the examination ordered or requested.
Operate mammography equipment to produce breast images ordered by physicians.
Instruct patients on the physiological requirements of the procedure.
Acquire patient medical history.
Perform quality assurance as needed for regulated calibrations and other accreditation requirements.
Prevent unnecessary radiation exposure to themselves and patients.
Communicate compassionately and accurately with patients about what to expect during procedures.
Work effectively and efficiently with colleagues and radiologists.
Use system applications to complete patient workflow.
Follow rules established by ACR and ARRT governing bodies.
Complete housekeeping tasks, including laundry, stocking supplies, and helping colleagues with patients.
Attend meetings and training sessions as required, which may occasionally take place outside regular working hours.
Support the corporation’s mission, vision, and values.