Mammography Tech

Position Summary

As a member of the health-care provider team, he/she works directly with the patient and physician, performing a variety of specialized tasks involved in the performance of Mammography and bone density exams. The Technologist will also be responsible for any preparations or consents needed for Ultrasound or MRI patients. The Technologist must know the principles of x-ray and radiation safety, the operation of many types of equipment, the technique of obtaining specific radiographic exposures, image processing, and the professional handling and care of patients. The Technologist performs these procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. They use independent judgment and initiative in appropriately applying the prescribed ionization radiation for Radiologic diagnosis.

The job description is to be used as a guideline only and may not incorporate all functions of the job; education and experience outlines are ideal qualifications/assets but do not necessarily reflect the requirements of the position.

Essential Job Functions include the following, but are not limited to:

Ensures that practice is confined to the Scope of Practice as defined by ARRT.

Prepares the room properly for the patient.

Briefs the patient on the nature of the procedure and explains what they will be doing and what they will be asking the patient to do.

Positions patients for all exams using immobilization and protective equipment as

deemed necessary by ARRT.

Observe patient’s during the examination.

Selects and operates the equipment according to the examination protocols and the

characteristics of the equipment.

Provides radiation protection in accordance with ALARA.

Practices sterile technique to prevent cross contamination.

Ensures that all exams requiring consent forms are completed prior to the examination.

Ensures that the proper patient’s name and other required information is on the data page.

Evaluate examinations for technical quality, marker placement, and correct hanging protocol before sending to PACS; repeating if necessary.

Transmit to PACS/tempPACS/vRad.

Transports patients to and from the department.

Assists other technologists/staff with patient lifting and transport.

Ensures that all established protocols are followed.

Schedule patients for procedures in Cerner; ensuring that Medical Necessity is attained.

Registering/Ordering patients in Cerner, Meditech and ensuring to give the radiologist as much history as possible.

Prior to day of exam, ensure order is available and call patient to confirm appointment.

Assures Radiology reports are faxed/filed in a timely manner.

Reviews report for any critical findings, alerting nursing staff/resident/physician if needed.

Maintaining an orderly and clean work area.

Conducting the required inventory check of the examination rooms and stocking rooms when needed. When getting supplies from Materials management, ensure Requisition is done promptly.

QA testing of machine and bone density

Completing of correct exams in Cerner Millennium and notifying management when changes need to be made.

Provide orientation and training to new technologists.

Assist with the education /training of new physicians (interns, residents, attending,

ER).

Provide care for the psychological and physical needs of patients for all examinations.

Act in a team leader capacity on a routine basis.

Insures that all infection control precautions are adhered to.

Makes sure that all equipment is clean and in good working condition.

Maintains patient confidentiality.

Demonstrates a positive attitude.

Ensures technologist is available to patients/clinic/nursing when needed throughout all shifts. Including but not limited to returning patient/nursing/physician phone calls if a voice mail is received.

Dresses and conducts themselves in a professional and courteous manner at all times.

Keeps absenteeism and tardiness at a minimum and is available for extra time and duties when needed.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.

Performs additional duties as requested by the Supervisor.

Performs all procedures and conducts oneself in accordance with the NCMC Policies and Procedures Manual.

Compliant with all regulations as listed in the NCMC Employee Handbook.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Problem solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully.

Customer service—the individual manages difficult client/customer situations, responds promptly to customer needs, solicits customer feedback to improve service, responds to requests for service and assistance and meets commitments.

Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently.

Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, monitors own work to ensure quality and applies feedback to improve performance.

Quantity—meets productivity standards and completes work in a timely manner.

Adaptability—the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events. Being flexible to work on weekends and at nights.

Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.

Safety and security—the individual observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.

CORE VALUES

· Integrity – Accepts accountability for problems and errors without excuses or blaming others Truthful in all dealings and communications, internally and externally. Fair with employees, customers, suppliers and investors.

· Respectfulness – Treats everyone with respect and courtesy; value the unique qualities and needs of individuals and committed to understanding and appreciating the diversity of cultures, opinions, and experiences of others.

· Teamwork – Works effectively with co-workers as a team; mentor and provide technical knowledge to co-workers; and demonstrate good attendance.

· Accountability – Makes all patients and customers a priority and attend to their needs immediately

· Professionalism – Knows how to perform your job, demonstrates a willingness to learn, demonstrates effective interpersonal interactions

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or certification:

ARRT certification in Radiology

IV certification if applicable

Contrast credentialed, if applicable.

Knowledge: BLS certified

Skills and abilities: Demonstrates proficiency in all protocols at facility.

Language Skills

Reads and comprehends complex instructions, lengthy correspondence, and memos; Writes simple to complex correspondence; Presents information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees effectively.

Mathematical Skills

Adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; Computes rate, ratio, and percent.

Reasoning Ability

Applies common sense understanding to carry out detailed, written or oral instructions; Deals with problems involving some variables in standardized situations.