PRN Mammography Technologist

HCA Healthcare•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Mammographer ensures quality mammography services by independently obtaining and assessing required images, evaluating completed mammographic images, and reporting clinical information to the radiologist or physician. The role coordinates with members of the Diagnostic Imaging Department to provide quality patient care and may be asked to cover radiology services when required. The Mammographer is responsible for quality control and MSQA documentation, record maintenance, and patient report communication. The position operates mammography equipment, positions patients and equipment, selects appropriate technical factors, explains examinations to patients, and reviews images before patient release to determine whether additional views are needed. Duties also include clerical tasks, patient registration when necessary, maintaining accurate patient identification and records, observing sterile and radiation-safety practices, participating in quality and safety programs, and maintaining competency and education requirements for MQSA compliance.

Requirements

Associate degree in Radiological Technology.
Florida Radiology Technologist license.
ARRT registry in Radiology Technology.
ARRT registry in Mammography.
BLS Provider card issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Knowledge of breast anatomy, needle biopsy procedures, needle localization, bone density (DEXA), and complete mammographic positioning skills.

Responsibilities

Operate mammography equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and adjust equipment and patient positioning for each required image.
Explain examinations to patients in a kind and pleasant manner and select the proper technical factor for each patient.
Review each image before releasing the patient and obtain additional views when needed.
Perform clerical tasks, including pulling jackets, inputting or editing exams, ensuring prior reports are in the radiology chart, and completing requisitions before image interpretation.
Ensure correct patient demographics and right- or left-side identification on every image.
Practice sterile techniques, prevent cross-contamination, and maintain orderliness and cleanliness.
Review patient history to obtain pertinent clinical information.
Follow radiation-safety standards and participate in quality-improvement and safety programs.
Record hours worked appropriately and adhere to hospital policy.
Seek cost controls without compromising patient safety, quality of care, or services delivered.
Use the occurrence reporting system to report potential patient-safety issues.
Follow established guidelines for reporting significant medical errors or unanticipated outcomes resulting in patient harm.
Attend in-service presentations and complete mandatory education requirements.
Use the Performance Improvement Plan to improve patient safety.
Maintain regular, punctual, and dependable attendance.
Maintain competency and education requirements for compliance with MQSA standards.
Register patients as necessary.
Coordinate with Diagnostic Imaging Department colleagues and cover radiology services when required.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan and flexible spending accounts.
Preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.