Mammography Technologist

RAYUS Radiology•DeSoto, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Mammography Technologist to join their team. The role involves operating assigned machinery to produce diagnostic images of patients, taking a patient-centered approach, and providing excellent customer service. The technologist will guide patients through the examination process, explaining steps and answering questions. This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday.

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.