Mammography Technologist

RAYUS Radiology•Bridgeton, MO

15h•Onsite

About The Position

RAYUS Radiology is seeking a Mammography Technologist to join their team. This role involves operating assigned machines to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes. The technologist will adopt a patient-centered approach, providing Mammography services in line with professional standards and excellent customer service. They will guide patients through the process, explaining procedures and addressing concerns. RAYUS Radiology is committed to delivering clinical excellence across the U.S., driven by a passion for superior service to referring providers and patients, built on brilliant medicine, team, technology, and services to ensure the highest level of patient care. This is a PRN position, working various shifts.

Requirements

ARRT registered technologist, current and in good standing
Graduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography
Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Must have training and experience sufficient to competently perform Mammography procedures independently
Certification in imaging specialty
Must have continuing CEU's in modality as required by MQSA or state specific

Nice To Haves

Bilingual

Responsibilities

Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure
Explains and prepares patients for Mammography imaging procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately
Performs routine and advanced Mammography imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
Adjusts Mammography scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate
Follows physicians' orders precisely, conforms to safety regulations, and accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
Maintains an orderly and clean work area including equipment promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers
Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements
Assists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades
Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary
Assists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable
Completes other tasks as assigned