TECH - MAMMOGRAPHY

UHS•Laredo, TX

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Doctors Hospital of Laredo, located in Laredo, TX, is a 183-bed acute care facility dedicated to providing a range of medical services and serving the growing healthcare needs of the community. This position is responsible for the operation of diagnostic Mammogram equipment and the performance of all Mammogram procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision. The hospital is part of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. UHS operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services across the U.S., Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS has been recognized by Fortune as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies and listed in Forbes' ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Requirements

Graduate of a recognized, approved American Medical Association Council of Education program in radiologic technology.
Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Certification by A.R.R.T on Mammography or registry eligible.
BLS Required.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
Ability to recognize subtle differences between healthy and pathological areas.
Must possess a positive and courteous attitude and take the initiative to go beyond what is expected in a teamwork environment.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Identifies each patient, reviews each patient's chart and previous examinations for consistency (examination ordered/clinical diagnosis), and records pertinent data at all times.
Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examination to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.
Identifies anatomical orientation on all required images and ensures proper film identification on all images.