Radiologic Technologist / Mammography PRN

Down East Community Hospital•Machias, ME

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This PRN position involves operating x-ray equipment to create diagnostic quality radiographs of designated body parts with minimal patient discomfort. The role reports to the Radiologist and Imaging Manager for clinical purposes. Key responsibilities include performing mammography procedures, ensuring high-quality patient positioning, assisting with diagnostic studies, maintaining patient records in Excel and Cerner, and fostering a positive and professional environment for patients and colleagues. The position also requires adherence to safety policies, compliance with regulations, and active participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
ARRT license
State of Maine license
BLS certification
Ability to use multiple computer systems

Nice To Haves

One year’s experience preferred although not required

Responsibilities

Perform daily printer QC strip and log in manual.
Perform weekly QC and log in manual, if designated.
Perform high quality positioning of mammographic views.
Perform diagnostic studies and review with Radiologist.
Enter each patient in Excel spreadsheet.
Enter daily totals in Excel spreadsheet.
Provide a relaxed atmosphere for patients.
Perform weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual QC tests, if designated.
Assist in maintenance of mammography database in Cerner, if designated.
Promotes good interpersonal relationships within the department by treating other staff members with courtesy and respect along with handling conflict in an appropriate manner.
Promotes good public relations by demonstrating courtesy and professionalism in all dealings inside and outside the facility.
Seek out needed information by staying informed and involved by attending meetings, reading memos, policies, meeting minutes, newsletters, email and other appropriate information in a timely manner.
Uses patient handling equipment appropriate to the needs of the individual patient in keeping with the Safe Patient and Handling and Movement Policy.
Reliable attendance and punctuality, including observing appropriate break times and extending a scheduled shift when necessary to meet patient demands.
Perform duties in a safe manner, in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
Comply with the Code of Conduct and all appropriate policies and procedures.
Other duties, as assigned by Imaging Manager/Supervisor, that are relevant to the position and department.
Maintains current knowledge of the hospital-wide Quality Improvement Program.
Collaborates with management to improve the effectiveness of the department through the Quality Improvement plans and processes.
Participates in the departmental and hospital-wide Quality Improvement activities as directed by the manager.
Adheres to the federal, state, and local statutes and regulations.
Adheres to the Compliance Program policies and procedures of DECH.
Adheres to all Privacy and Security policies and procedures of DECH.
Communicate any concern related to compliance issues to manager of department or Compliance Officer.
Communicates any concern related to confidentiality issues to the Privacy Officer.