Mammography Technologist

Envision Radiology•Dallas, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Envision Imaging is seeking a Full Time Mammography Technologist to join our team in Dallas! This position performs routine and diagnostic exams relating to breast anatomy and bone density to obtain images at a satisfactory level with minimal supervision. The technologist interfaces with patients to ascertain medical history, provides instructions and explanations of procedures, and educates patients on breast self-examination. They review patient charts for missed clinical information and consent, screen patients for implants and allergies, and obtain prior imaging as needed. The role involves performing Bone Density and Mammography exams while attending to patient care before, during, and after the exam, and notifying appropriate parties of any patient condition changes. Additionally, the technologist transfers images, coordinates procedure protocols with the Radiologist, maintains and inspects equipment, and reports any quality concerns or equipment failures. They also interface with the Lead Technologist & Center/Area Manager regarding departmental concerns.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Registered Technologist program
Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification
Registry in Mammography (M)
Registry in Bone Densitometry (BD) through ARRT or Certified Bone Densitometry Technologist (CBDT) through ISCD
Complete 40 hours of mammography orientation
Complete 8 hours of 3D tomosynthesis training (if applicable)
Current license from state medical board (if applicable)
Current CPR/BLS certification
Ability to educate patients on procedures being performed
Detail oriented, self-motivated, a problem solver and a team player
Ability to navigate multiple computer screens and browsers quickly and accurately
Ability to excel in a very fast-pace team environment
Ability to continuously “exceed” company and customer expectation
Strong communication skills & professional demeanor

Nice To Haves

Two plus years’ experience in Mammography – preferred
Two plus years’ experience in Bone Density - preferred

Responsibilities

Interfaces with patient to ascertain medical history and provides instructions and explanation of the procedure and/or exam to obtain the best possible image. Also provides patient education on breast self-examination as needed.
Reviews patient charts for missed clinical information and/or consent. Screens patients for surgical and other implants, contrast allergies, etc.
Obtains prior imaging as needed and performs high quality scans to submit to the Radiologist for interpretation.
Performs Bone Density and Mammography exams while attending to patient’s care before, during and following exam and notifies the appropriate party if patient’s condition changes at any time.
Transfers images to other locations as needed.
Coordinates procedure protocols with Radiologist.
Maintains and regularly inspects equipment and immediately reports any quality concerns as well as equipment failures or deficiencies.
Interfaces with Lead Technologist & Center/Area Manager regarding any and all departmental concerns.
Other duties as assigned.