AHS Sherman Medical Center

AHS•Sherman, TX

About The Position

Performs mammography examinations in accordance with ACR standards and fulfills responsibilities prescribed by the FDA through the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) of 1994. Maintains mammography data, statistics, follow-up, processing, quality assurance, policies, and procedures. Provides high-quality studies to adult and geriatric patients. Must be available on Thursday and Friday.

Requirements

Current, valid Texas Medical Radiological Technologist license.
Certificate or diploma from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
Current BLS certification.
Mammography certification by the ARRT.
Meet ACR standards to perform mammography.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in an acute care setting within the last three years.

Responsibilities

Perform mammography examinations in accordance with ACR standards and applicable FDA/MQSA requirements.
Maintain mammography data, statistics, follow-up, processing, quality assurance, policies, and procedures.
Use two patient identifiers consistently when performing examinations and procedures.
Protect patient safety and welfare in the department and be prepared for patient emergencies.
Provide efficient, prompt, courteous, and professional care while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Follow infection-control requirements, including OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards and CDC guidelines; use personal protective equipment and proper handwashing techniques.
Monitor patients and equipment during procedures and report unusual occurrences or equipment failures appropriately.
Apply radiation-safety and dose-reduction techniques.
Assist physicians with special tests and procedures, following site-marking, informed-consent, and time-out procedures.
Apply body-mechanics principles to prevent injury and maintain a safe environment.
Provide training and orientation for mammography services.
Understand radiology computer systems, downtime procedures, and whom to contact during system failures.
Recognize signs of abuse and report them appropriately to Adult Protective Services.
Clean and disinfect rooms and equipment; prepare rooms, equipment, and materials for procedures and maintain necessary room stock.
Prioritize patient care according to essential needs and available resources, including time, equipment, personnel, and supplies.
Comply with radiology department and organizational policies, procedures, and protocols.
Attend mandatory departmental and organizational meetings.
Perform duties described in the Radiologic Technologist job description.
Maintain regular attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.