Mammo Technologist

Meadville Medical Center•Meadville, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mammography Technologist will serve as a primary member of the Radiology Patient Care Team. He/she will maintain a comprehensive understanding of the program. The R.T. is responsible for all diagnostic x-ray and mammography equipment operation and calibration processes. The technologist must perform all diagnostic procedures. The technologist must be able to operate all technical x-ray and mammography equipment in order to produce diagnostic radiographs for the radiologists’ interpretation. The tech will be expected to function closely with the lead tech and radiology staff in cooperation with the radiology manager to achieve the goals set forth by the administration and management of MMC. The individual must have a strong knowledge and formal background in the radiologic sciences. The R.T. must be ARRT or equivalent certified.

Requirements

Professional knowledge of Radiology and practice at a level normally acquired through the completion of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
Must be a registered Radiologic Technologist or registry eligible pass the registry within one year of hire.
Must take and pass the Mammography Registry within one year.
Cannot be on probation from the ARRT more than once.
BLS required.

Responsibilities

In the absence of supervisors, demonstrates ability to function with a degree of autonomy as to continue routine patient care.
Maintains current on all diagnostic mammography equipment.
Displays ability to perform all diagnostic procedures within Mammography.
Exhibits strong knowledge of departmental function and operation.
Explains procedure to patient before starting exam.
Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations.
Reads orders and the suspected pathology to make sure the correct tests are performed.
Accurately produces quality mammography images.
Maintains skills in the treatment and care for patients from adult to geriatrics and understands techniques for different ages.
Maintains equipment in a clean and safe manner.
Consults with the radiation safety officer regarding radiation safety issues.
Demonstrates adherence to radiation safety policies and procedures in daily practice.
Has a thorough knowledge of the MQSA regulations.
Performs required phantoms and quality control if necessary.
Is knowledgeable of Radiology’s chain of command and demonstrates consistent adherence to it.
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned by radiology manager, radiology lead technologist and or lead mammography technologist.