TENNOVA HEALTHCARE-TURKEY CREEK MC

Job Description

Job Summary

The Mammography Technologist I is responsible for performing mammography procedures to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of breast diseases. This position requires a high level of technical expertise and attention to detail to ensure high-quality imaging results. The Mammography Technologist I adheres to established protocols and safety standards, provide compassionate patient care, and work collaboratively with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to deliver accurate and timely diagnostic information.

Essential Functions

• Communicates effectively. Establishes and maintains two way communication with peers, staff, physicians, leaders, and administration.
• Demonstrates population appropriate competencies for all relevant patient populations and ensures continuity of professional care
• Ensures supplies and equipment for patient care are readily available and organized in an efficient manner.
• Uses equipment safely, adhering to policy, guidelines and/or protocols set by the hospital and department.
• Consults with radiologists to obtain additional mammographic images.
• Ensures that all patient procedures are properly ordered, verified and acknowledged.
• Offers, reviews and explains breast self-exam education materials with patients.
• Utilizes proper positioning and technique to obtain high-quality mammograms and demonstrate use of adequate compression techniques.
• Recognizes physician needs during a procedure and responds to them (FNA, needle localizations, biopsy). Understand and applies aseptic, surgical and radiologic techniques for mammography procedures.
• Properly prepares the patient for invasive procedures detailing the exam and any post procedure instructions.
• Demonstrates applicable knowledge of required ACR Quality Control Procedures and correctly performs QA testing and maintains records
• Maintains storage of images as required by state or federal law.
• Is responsible for inventory and control of mammography supplies in work area; may purchase supplies for the area of responsibility. Uses supplies cost effectively.
• Obtains educational records for all interpreting radiologists.
• Reviews all reports to ensure correct BIRADS categories and maintains all pathology reports (if applicable).
• Communicates mammography results to patients in a timely manner within the guidelines set by FDA/MSQA.
• Accurately collects improvement performance data as directed and develops and implements process improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree graduate of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology required
• Associate Degree graduate of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology with registry in Mammography preferred
• 1-3 years Clinical experience acquired working in Radiology required
• 2-4 years experience as a mammographer in an acute care hospital setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with patients, families, healthcare professionals and external vendors
• Ability to operate and understand radiographic technology and equipment/applications
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behaviors at all times
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy and comply with all HIPPA requirements
• Ability to use initiative and independent judgment
• Knowledge of radiation safety and protection procedures

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with registry in Mammography preferred required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required