Reg Mammographer Technologist

St. Elizabeth Healthcare • Edgewood, KY

115d

About The Position

Performs breast imaging services and other Women’s imaging services in the Center for Women's Wellness, while respecting patient’s dignity and maintaining privacy. Meets patient's need for accurate information in an unhurried, responsive manner. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Requirements

• Graduate of an AMA school of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist required (ARRT).
• Licensed in the state where work is being performed.
• Maintain CEU’s as required by the State & National levels.
• Mammogram Certification required within 1 year after orientation/training is complete.

Responsibilities

• Explains procedure to patients and encourages questions performing the Mammography/DXA/Interventional procedure examinations.
• Uses positive verbal and non-verbal communication to ensure patient satisfaction.
• Prepares Digital and DXA equipment for daily/weekly QC tests at appropriate intervals.
• Assists Radiologist in interventional breast procedures.
• Obtain high quality images and minimizes radiation through quality positioning and techniques as indicated in the MQSA and ACR guidelines.
• Accurately documents and maintain proper QC books for all rooms.
• Maintain a repeat rate below the National average of 4% or less per room.
• Assists Clinical Engineering, PACS administrators when necessary.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned by manager/supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree