Radiologic Technologist

UPMC • Wintersville, OH

9d

About The Position

Performs mammographic procedures with limited supervision of technical detail and a variety of technical procedures using established standards. Uses independent judgment when completing routine examinations and procedures. May be responsible for designated areas or procedures, including breast ultrasound, DEXA scans, and specialized breast imaging interventions such as stereotactic biopsy, ultrasound core biopsy, and cyst aspiration.

Assesses the accuracy of orders and examinations; uses appropriate skills and equipment to obtain quality mammography images and bone density imaging; and performs thorough, accurate quality control on equipment. Educates patients about examinations and general breast care, performs assigned clerical and support functions, and uses PACS and Magview appropriately and accurately. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate.
• At least one year of clinical experience in the general radiologic area, with a thorough understanding of departmental function.
• Ability to consistently perform mammography imaging and assist the radiologist with procedures.
• Strong technical and clinical skills, including the ability to recognize changes in patient response and initiate appropriate modifications to routines.
• Successful completion of a formal Radiologic Technology training program at an A.M.A.-approved school.
• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or another recognized credentialing body.
• Obtain mammography registry within one year of hire.
• Current Ohio license in the assigned area.
• BLS provider certification or obtain it within three months of hire.
• ARRT certificate.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

Nice To Haves

• May be required to hold an additional specialty credential, such as sonography or bone densitometry.

Responsibilities

• Assess the accuracy of orders and examinations.
• Use appropriate skills and equipment to obtain quality mammography images and bone density imaging.
• Perform accurate and thorough quality control on all equipment.
• Educate patients about examinations and general breast care.
• Perform clerical and support functions as assigned.
• Use management information systems, including PACS and Magview, appropriately and accurately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform mammographic procedures and other technical procedures using established standards and independent judgment.
• Assume responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required, including breast ultrasound, DEXA scans, stereotactic biopsy, ultrasound core biopsy, and cyst aspiration.
• Assist the radiologist with procedures.Recognize changes in patient response and initiate appropriate modifications to routines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED